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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. After Henry responds to the Dauphin's insulting gesture by declaring war, the chorus states that "all the youth of England are" in what state of mind and doing what?
(a) Afraid of being drafted and are going into hiding or leaving the country.
(b) On fire and preparing themselves for war.
(c) Aware that the war will soon bring an end to the good times and are making merry while they can.
(d) Angry that they will have to fight a war to satisfy the king's personal agenda and are protesting in the streets.

2. In the Prologue, the chorus refers to King Henry by what nickname?
(a) Hal.
(b) Harry.
(c) The Bonnie Prince.
(d) Hank.

3. To what account from the Christian Bible does Henry allude to when he foretells the suffering the people of Harfleur will experience if they do not surrender?
(a) Pharaoh's slaughter of Hebrew babies.
(b) Herod's slaughter of Jewish children.
(c) Joshua's attack on Jericho.
(d) The battle of Armageddon.

4. Why does Henry say the soldiers will go to Calais?
(a) To obtain provisions and material.
(b) To attack it.
(c) To spend the winter.
(d) To meet up with rebel French troops who support the English.

5. How are Exeter and Westmoreland related to King Henry?
(a) Exeter is his nephew and Westmoreland is his uncle.
(b) Exeter is his cousin and Westmoreland is his nephew.
(c) Exeter is his uncle and Westmoreland is his cousin.
(d) Exeter is his brother and Westmoreland is his son.

Short Answer Questions

1. In the Prologue, what term does the chorus use to describe King Henry?

2. What does Nym suggest Pistol can do to restore their friendship?

3. As Pistol bids his wife farewell, he tells her to let what appear?

4. What is Fluellen's opinion of Captain Macmorris and Captain Jamy concerning military matters?

5. The constable states that if Henry cannot be fought off, then they should leave France and leave their "__________ to a barbarous people."

Short Essay Questions

1. Why is the Archbishop of Canterbury worried that a certain bill will be passed?

2. Discuss how the chorus helps the audience use their imagination as the English army begins the invasion.

3. What is the governor of Harfleur's response to Henry's demands and what is his explanation for his decision?

4. Describe and discuss the offer the French make to Henry at Harfleur. What is Henry's opinion of the offer and what is his response to it?

5. What is the cause of the conflict between Nym and Pistol and how is this conflict resolved?

6. Describe the relationship between Hostess Quickly and Pistol and give examples.

7. Describe the meaning of the Dauphin's insulting gift to King Henry and Henry's response to the gift.

8. What is the Salic Law and what is its significance in the play?

9. How do Scroop, Cambridge, and Grey respond when they are charged with treason?

10. What is the French king's response to the negative tone of his court's conversation about England's invasion and what does he decide to do about the situation?

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