In 'A Midsummer Night's Dream,' what is the name of the king of the fairies who is feuding with Queen Titania?
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Correct answer: Oberon
Oberon and Titania's quarrel over a changeling boy causes disruptions in the natural weather. Oberon uses the love-in-idleness flower to take revenge on Titania and manipulate the four Athenian lovers.
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