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Saint Joan | Quiz

George Bernard Shaw
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Saint Joan | Quiz

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1)

What has happened to the French army in the beginning of Scene 3? (from Scene 3)

Their morale has dropped.
They have deserted the cause.
They have been defeated by the English.
They have stalled.
2)

In the king's dream in the Epilogue, despite the way the group feels about Joan, what do they think about her coming back to life? (from Epilogue)

It would be a frightening thing to contemplate.
It wouldn't benefit any one of them.
It would be a blessing to France.
It would make their lives infinitely better.
3)

What does the French commander do to Joan in Scene 3? (from Scene 3)

He holds her in check.
He encourages her to move forward.
He cedes command to her.
He refuses to let her in camp.
4)

What does the French commander want his troops to attack? (from Scene 3)

The English reserves.
Calvary.
The English castle.
Ships.
5)

In Scene 3, what has Joan gained access to that is considered evidence of her reputation? (from Scene 3)

The Ark of the Covenant.
The cathedral at Rheims.
Leaders.
The chasse.
6)

In Scene 4, Joan's charisma and legendary exploits are perceived as a threat to ____________. (from Scene 4)

The English king.
The feudal system.
The Dauphin's chances to become king.
The very structure of the Catholic Church.
7)

What is one way that Joan feels about the group's reaction to her news in the king's dream in the Epilogue? (from Epilogue)

Offended.
Relieved.
Disgusted.
Pleased.
8)

Why does Joan sign the recantation papers? (from Epilogue)

To finally end the trial.
She truly feels remorse for her actions.
To escape torture and death.
She thinks she has no other option.
9)

Which of the following is a reason the English label Joan a witch? (from Scene 4)

The Dauphin's unquestioning belief in her.
The dedication the French army shows towards her.
Her disconcerting political views.
Her strong sense of feminism.
10)

Why does the French commander not allow Joan to move forward to attack? (from Scene 3)

Because he thinks Joan doesn't have any idea what she is doing.
Because he will not allow a woman to lead his army.
Because of unfavorable wind conditions.
Because the English army is too powerful.
11)

To whom is Joan sold in Scene 6? (from Scene 6)

The Catholic Church.
The Dauphin.
The Spanish.
The English.
12)

Joan is single-minded about ____________ once she has been successful at the Battle of Orleans. (from Scene 4)

Her pursuit of war.
Her relationship with God.
Her purpose in life.
Her eagerness to get home.
13)

In Scene 3 when the men in the castle discuss Joan, what do they do? (from Scene 3)

They praise her strength.
They debate her authenticity.
They debate her connection to God.
They doubt her faith.
14)

What happens to Joan when she refuses to admit guilt in Scene 6? (from Scene 6)

She is immediately led to the stake and burned to death.
She is banished from France and sent to Spain.
She is given an extension on her trial and sent back to jail.
She is sentenced to be hung until she is dead.
15)

What would the ships be hastened by in Scene 3? (from Scene 3)

The presence of their commander.
An outbound current.
Their talented oarsmen.
A favorable wind.
16)

What is one emotion felt by Joan's colleagues when she makes her final decision about the battle in Paris? (from Scene 5)

Fear for her life.
Disinterest since she ignored their advice.
Concern for her lack of funding.
Disdain for her pride.
17)

What do the church officials in Scene 6 want Joan to do to acknowledge her guilt? (from Scene 6)

Sign papers.
Accept excommunication.
Make a public apology.
Enter a nunnery.
18)

What do the new king and his advisers think of Joan's advice in Scene 5? (from Scene 5)

They think she should pray about it and come back.
They think she should stay out of matters of state.
They think it is dangerous.
They think it is an excellent idea.
19)

What news is given to the group in the king's dream in the Epilogue? (from Epilogue)

That Joan's heart has been placed in a reliquary in the cathedral at Rheims.
That Joan has been canonized.
That Joan's ashes have been placed in a reliquary in the cathedral at Rheims.
That Joan's execution has been upheld.
20)

What does Joan do after she signs the paper admitting to heresy? (from Epilogue)

She bows her head and begins to pray.
She tears the paper up.
She glares defiantly at the church officials.
She begins to weep.
21)

Which of the following is a reason the English label Joan a witch? (from Scene 4)

Her ability to see the future.
Her visions.
Her supernatural powers.
Her unprecedented military prowess.
22)

Why is Joan warned about sinning in Scene 5? (from Scene 5)

She delineates her military successes for her audience.
She refuses to get out of bed.
She continuously follows one of the French commanders.
She overeats at the banquet.
23)

In Scene 4, where are the two men who are discussing Joan? (from Scene 4)

In a castle in the Loire valley.
In the midst of a battlefield.
In an English army camp.
In a French army camp.
24)

In Scene 5, what is one of the emotions felt by Joan's colleagues when she makes her final decision about the battle in Paris? (from Scene 5)

Afraid of her power.
Happy for common sense.
Awe for her convictions.
Bored with her lectures.
25)

In Scene 3, what is the goal of the French army? (from Scene 3)

To defeat the English army.
To come up with a new formation to fool the English army.
To find a way to obtain food for their starving troops.
To swim across the river.
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