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The Comedy of Errors · Character

Adam

A biblical figure mentioned in passing by Dromio of Syracuse.

minor

Also known as Adam

First appearance: act ii scene ii

Adam's tie to Dromio of Ephesus is one of the pressures that moves The Comedy of Errors—worth meeting in the text, not only on a cast list.

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With Dromio of Ephesus (professional): Adam is a fellow servant or officer who interacts with Dromio of Ephesus in the chaotic street…

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See Adam in act ii scene ii

Character Web

3 connections

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DODromio of Ephe…AOAntipholus of …DODromio of Syra…ADAdam

Relationship types

  • Professional
  • Other

Character groups

  • Syracuse travelers and associates
  • Ephesus authority figures
  • Protagonist

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Narrative arc

Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.

SetupEscalationClimax
  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Closing

This scene is the dramatic climax because it represents the peak of confusion and danger, with Antipholus of S…

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See Adam in act ii scene ii