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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Richard react when Henry reveals that Eleanor has given him the Aquitaine in exchange for freedom?
(a) He angrily refuses to go through with the ceremony, accusing Eleanor of lying to him and refusing to give her the Aquitaine.
(b) He is surprised that he had fallen into this trap.
(c) He is embarrassed that he had trusted his father.
(d) He is unsure as to what to do.

2. What does Henry want before he dies?
(a) To know who is going to inherit his kingdom.
(b) To marry Alais.
(c) To split his kingdom into thirds for his three sons.
(d) To see Eleanor die.

3. Why did Eleanor hate Rosamund?
(a) She was an evil woman.
(b) She took her place at Henry's side.
(c) She was more beautiful than Eleanor.
(d) She taunted Eleanor.

4. Where are Richard and his brothers locked up?
(a) The dungeon.
(b) The tower.
(c) The wine cellar.
(d) The stables.

5. Philip opens the canopy of the bed, suggesting that Richard do what?
(a) Make the bed.
(b) Take a nap.
(c) Rest and relax.
(d) Hide and listen to what Henry has to say.

Short Answer Questions

1. To what does Richard challenge Henry?

2. What does Henry wonder about everybody?

3. What is Eleanor's response when Alais asks her what she said to convince him?

4. Henry brings up Rosamund, which in turn, leads Eleanor to do what?

5. What look does Alais say she recognizes in Henry's eyes?

(see the answer key)

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