Question

why does lear ask cordelia to mend her her soeech ?​

Answer 1

Explanation:

Lear really loves Cordelia too. He doesn't want to penalize her for not flattering him. When he says, ".mend your speech a little / Lest it mar your fortunes," he is offering her a chance to preserve her one-third share of his kingdom by expressing at least "a little" affection for him.

Answer 2

Answer:

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Lear really loves Cordelia too. He doesn't want to penalize her for not flattering him. When he says, ". . . mend your speech a little / Lest it mar your fortunes," he is offering her a chance to preserve her one-third share of his kingdom by expressing at least "a little" affection for him.