Christopher Marlowe: Doctor Faustus (Longman)
“Doctor Faustus is largely a criticism of religion.” How far do you agree
with this view?
“It is above all Faustus’ spirit of rebellion which appeals to audiences.”
Discuss this view of Doctor Faustus.
All along, Faustus believes that he is the one in control. ’In the light of this
comment, explore Marlowe’s dramatic presentation of Faustus in Doctor
Faustus. In your answer you must consider relevant contextual factors.
‘The forces for good show little strength or conviction. ’In the light of this
comment, explore Marlowe’s dramatic presentation of the forces for good in
Doctor Faustus. In your answer you must consider relevant contextual
factors.
‘The tragedy of Doctor Faustus arises from excessive ambition. ’In the light
of this comment, explore Marlowe’s dramatic presentation of ambition in
Doctor Faustus. In your answer you must consider relevant contextual
factors.
‘Sin is central to the dramatic impact of Doctor Faustus. ’In the light of this
comment, explore Marlowe’s dramatic presentation of sin in Doctor
Faustus. In your answer you must consider relevant contextual factors.
How far would you agree with the view that “Foolish and dangerous as he might
seem, Faustus is presented as primarily a figure that audiences pity”?
“Doctor Faustus is largely a criticism of religion.” How far do you agree
with this view?
“It is above all Faustus’ spirit of rebellion which appeals to audiences.”
Discuss this view of Doctor Faustus.
All along, Faustus believes that he is the one in control. ’In the light of this
comment, explore Marlowe’s dramatic presentation of Faustus in Doctor
Faustus. In your answer you must consider relevant contextual factors.
‘The forces for good show little strength or conviction. ’In the light of this
comment, explore Marlowe’s dramatic presentation of the forces for good in
Doctor Faustus. In your answer you must consider relevant contextual
factors.
‘The tragedy of Doctor Faustus arises from excessive ambition. ’In the light
of this comment, explore Marlowe’s dramatic presentation of ambition in
Doctor Faustus. In your answer you must consider relevant contextual
factors.
‘Sin is central to the dramatic impact of Doctor Faustus. ’In the light of this
comment, explore Marlowe’s dramatic presentation of sin in Doctor
Faustus. In your answer you must consider relevant contextual factors.
How far would you agree with the view that “Foolish and dangerous as he might
seem, Faustus is presented as primarily a figure that audiences pity”?
