The word reformation literally means a change for the better. Before you read, think about this question: Is it harder for people to change their surroundings or to change who they are inside? What things could motivate a person to make a change for the better? Write a response to this question in your journal, and explain your reasons. After you’ve finished, read “A Retrieved Reformation.”

In act v of a midsummer night's dream, quince presents the prologue for “pyramus and thisbe.” when he finishes, hippolyta comments: indeed he hath played on his prologue like a child on a recorder—a sound, but not in government. which tone does the simile “played on his prologue like a child on a recorder” create? it creates a sad, wistful tone by comparing quince’s performance to a beautiful tune. it creates a surprised tone by comparing quince’s performance to an eloquent speech by a government official. it creates a relaxed tone by comparing quince’s performance to lovely recorder music. it creates a humorous tone by comparing quince’s performance to a child playing an instrument badly.