Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions based on the passage:
William Shakespeare's famous tragedy, King Lear, explores what happens when pride, misplaced trust, and family problems go unchecked. The story follows Lear, an old King of Britain, who gives up his throne and divides his kingdom among his three daughters, based on how much they flatter him. The two older sisters flatter Lear to get the biggest share, but the youngest, Cordelia, refuses to exaggerate her love and chooses to be honest. Lear, upset by her response, sends Cordelia away and dismisses the wise advisers who tried to help him. But then, the conniving sisters get hold of all that power and kick their father out, treating him disgustingly in his old age. Stripped of everything, Lear ends up outside during a fierce storm. Madness sets in as reality hits him hard—he's lost everything due to his silly fantasies. At its core, this tale warns us about how the ego can shatter a family and cause total destruction.
According to the passage, on what basis does King Lear decide to divide his kingdom?
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
Correct Answer: The amount of flattery and praise his daughters offer him.
Explanation:
• According to the passage, King Lear chooses to divide his territory among his daughters "based on how much they flatter him."
• He expects them to openly profess and exaggerate their affection to earn their share of the kingdom.