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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Before departing, what does Lancaster swear Edward will soon have for a crown?
(a) Gaveston's head.
(b) Cuckold's horns.
(c) A jester's cap.
(d) Bloody locks.

2. What event does Edward plan for Gaveston's return?
(a) A May fair.
(b) A joust.
(c) A military display.
(d) A masque.

3. Which noble does Isabella enlist to be her advocate among the others in Scene 4?
(a) Lancaster.
(b) Mortimer Junior.
(c) Warwick.
(d) Pembroke.

4. Of what relation are the two Mortimers?
(a) Senior is the older brother of Junior.
(b) They are not related.
(c) Senior is uncle to Junior.
(d) Senior is the father of Junior.

5. Which of the following nobles speaks in defense of Edward in Scene 1?
(a) Warwick.
(b) Mortimer Senior.
(c) Lancaster.
(d) Kent.

Short Answer Questions

1. What covert act must a gentleman occasionally enact, according to Spencer Junior?

2. According to Lancaster in Scene 4, where is the only place that Gaveston is safe?

3. What part of Edward's body does he chastise Gaveston not to kiss?

4. Whom does Edward send to fight the rebellious Scots in this scene?

5. Who volunteers to shelter the nobles at the end of Scene 2?

(see the answer key)

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