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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Bourbon say will "take order now"?

2. What topic are the Dauphin, the constable, and Orleans discussing when an argument breaks out?

3. What are the characters in the French camp looking forward to in the pre-dawn hours before the battle of Agincourt?

4. What characteristic does the Constable say has spoiled them, but will now be their friend as they return to the battlefield?

5. What does Westmoreland wish for before the battle of Agincourt begins?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Exeter say was his response to witnessing the scene between York and Suffolk and what is Henry's response to this revelation?

2. What does the constable mean when he tells the other soldiers, "straight to horse"?

3. Explain the situation with Williams' glove after Henry asks Fluellen to wear it in his cap.

4. What is the basis of the quarrel between Henry, who is in disguise, and Williams?

5. Explain what Henry tells Fluellen to do when he gives him Williams' glove.

6. What is the significance of Saint Crispin's day?

7. Compare the demeanor of the English troops to that of the French troops before the battle of Agincourt.

8. What are some of the outrageous claims the Dauphin makes about his horse?

9. Summarize the message from the French king that Montjoy gives to Henry.

10. What are some of the negative consequences Burgundy says that France has suffered due to lack of peace?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Many of the tactics Henry employs in his campaign would not be acceptable under modern day standards of warfare and some would even be considered war crimes. Discuss whether in your opinion a character like Henry should be considered an honorable and heroic character by today's standards.

Essay Topic 2

Discuss the role of the chorus. What is the chorus' purpose? Be sure to provide some examples of how the chorus is used in the play.

Essay Topic 3

Discuss the importance of patriotism and duty as represented in the play. How did the people of Shakespeare's day seem to view these concepts? How does their attitudes toward these concepts compare to modern-day beliefs about them?

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