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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the second messenger bring to Hotspur just before battle?

2. What is the relationship of Sir John of Lancaster and Prince of Wales?

3. How long must Glendower wait before he can bring his army to Shrewbury?

4. What does Falstaff ask the mistress of the tavern when the Prince is not with him?

5. How many men are in the King's army?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Write a character study of Sir John Falstaff. Is he a simplistic thief and braggart? Or is there something more complex about him? Why is Prince Hal so interested in him? What does he learn from Falstaff? What does Falstaff want? What motivates him? What are his greatest gifts and skills?

Essay Topic 2

The Prince endures many different trials before the end of the book. What are some of these trials and what lessons does he learn through these experiences?

Essay Topic 3

What is at the heart of the rebellion? Explain the history that exists between Bolingbroke/Henry IV and the Percy family. Why are they so upset with him? Why do the other rebels join? What is it that they all want?

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