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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 5, Scene 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Arundel's story in Scene 1, how did Warwick kill Gaveston?
(a) He beheaded him.
(b) He hanged him.
(c) He made him drink poison.
(d) He ran hom through with his sword.

2. Which of the following is not a figure that Mortimer Senior cites in describing great men with obsessive companions?
(a) Socrates
(b) Achilles
(c) Nero
(d) Alexander

3. In relinquishing his crown, what action does Edward refuse to take?
(a) Smiling.
(b) Weeping.
(c) Saying the words.
(d) Handing it to Winchester.

4. On the field of battle in Scene 2, what does Lancaster tell Edward his flatterers will do?
(a) Weaken him.
(b) Use him.
(c) Become dependant on him.
(d) Betray him.

5. Which of Edwards warders is ordered to give up custody of the deposed king at the end of Scene 1?
(a) Berkeley.
(b) Winchester.
(c) Liecester.
(d) Trussel.

Short Answer Questions

1. Into what does Edward will heaven turn his crown before he give it to Mortimer?

2. Of what relation are the two Mortimers?

3. What is Edward's mother's name?

4. In the beginning of Act 5, which of Edward's possessions does he claim Mortimer defiles?

5. What event does Edward plan for Gaveston's return?

(see the answer key)

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