With close reference to the language and imagery in this extract, examine Shakespeare's presentation of Goneril at this point in the play.

At the beginning of the extract, Goneril is presented to be frustrated and outraged. In particular, this can be seen by the repetition of the phrase 'a hundred knights'. Overall, the phrase appears three times across the extract, with each appearance demonstrating the extent to which Goneril's anger builds. Moreover, when this is coupled with Shakespeare's use of exclamation in the opening line of the extract, it is evident to see the severity of Goneril's anger. Here, the use of the exclamation marks immediately establishes a tone of outrage and annoyance, indicative of the frustration that Goneril is feeling. Moreover, throughout the extract Goneril is presented to be highly manipulative and controlling. Structurally, it is interesting to note the way in which Goneril's speech dominates the extract, leaving no room for Albany and thus illustrating to what measure Goneril is shown to be controlling and domineering. Furthermore, when we examine Shakespeare's use of imperatives, coupled with his use of short sentences, we see Goneril presented to be a highly powerful and forceful character. In particular, the use of the imperative 'Inform', together with the use of the imperative within the line 'Get you gone', illustrates Goneril's commanding manner, and thus her ability to control and dominate all those around her.