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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is Richard confused about Gaunt's reaction towards Bolingbroke's sentence?
(a) Gaunt usually does not react so emotionally.
(b) Richard thought Gaunt was dying, and everyone else was laughing.
(c) Gaunt took part in the verdict decision making.
(d) Gaunt told Richard that Bolingbroke had threatened him, and he wanted him exiled.

2. Who is Bolingbroke's father?
(a) Lord Ross.
(b) Sir Henry Green.
(c) Earl of Northumberland.
(d) Gaunt.

3. Who is fleeing straight to Richard after learning of Bolingbroke's arrival?
(a) Bagot.
(b) Bushy.
(c) Green.
(d) The Queen.

4. Which of the following characters is the only one to speak in Act 2, Scene 1?
(a) Aumerle.
(b) The Queen.
(c) Bushy.
(d) Green.

5. What does Bolingbroke claim to be his intentions for invading England?
(a) To destroy Richard's monarchy.
(b) To rule England.
(c) All of the above.
(d) To reclaim his inheritance.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Richard learn of Gaunt in Act 1, Scene 4?

2. Who is the first to speak in Act 2, Scene 1?

3. Who invites Bolingbroke to stay at Berkley Castle?

4. Who is Gaunt alluding to have killed the Duke of Gloucester as he speaks alone with the Duchess?

5. What does Gaunt mock while he speaks with Richard in Act 2, Scene 1?

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