Read the following passage from act 3, scene 2.

      So we grew together,
      Like to a double cherry, seeming parted,
      But yet an union in partition;

In this passage, Helena is referring both to herself and to


A. Oberon.
B. Titania.

C. Hermia.

D. Lysander.

To determine who Helena is referring to in this passage, you can refer to Act 3, Scene 2 of the play itself. This passage suggests the idea of two entities appearing as separate but actually being connected.

First, let's recall the context of the scene. Act 3, Scene 2 is a significant scene in Shakespeare's play, A Midsummer Night's Dream. It takes place in the forest, where various complications arise due to the magical influence of the fairy king, Oberon, and his servant Puck. In this scene, Helena has been pursuing Demetrius, who is in love with Hermia. However, Demetrius is under the influence of a love potion, causing him to fall in love with Helena.

Now, let's analyze the passage itself: "So we grew together, like a double cherry, seeming parted, but yet an union in partition." Helena is comparing herself and another person to a "double cherry," implying that they are two separate entities that appear distinct but are still connected.

Considering the context and the characters involved, the answer to the question is C. Helena is referring to Hermia. In this passage, she is expressing the idea that she and Hermia may be two individuals, but they are still closely connected as friends.

Helena is reminding Hermia of their lasting friendship, and that Hermia shouldn't be treating frienship so lightly.