What will be Hermia’s fate if she refuses to marry Demetrius? [British Drama]

In Shakespeare's play "A Midsummer Night's Dream," Hermia is told by her father that she must marry Demetrius or face the consequences. According to the law in Athens, if Hermia refuses to marry Demetrius, she will either have to become a nun or face death. This ultimatum is given to her by her father and is supported by Duke Theseus, the ruler of Athens.

Hermia, however, is in love with another man, Lysander, and refuses to comply with her father's demands. The two lovers decide to elope, setting the stage for the events of the play.

In conclusion, if Hermia refuses to marry Demetrius, she faces either a life as a nun or death, according to the law in Athens. Her refusal to comply with her father's demands sets the stage for the events of the play, as she and Lysander attempt to elope and escape the consequences of their actions.