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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. What new honor does Edward give Mortimer Junior in thanks for Gaveston's return?
(a) Lord Marshall.
(b) Royal Secretary.
(c) Duke of Cornwall.
(d) Lord Chamberlain.

2. Which of the following men is not a group that Gaveston announces he wants to keep about him and the king?
(a) Wits.
(b) Prostitutes.
(c) Poets.
(d) Musicians.

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

4. According to the nobles in seem to, how is Gaveston normally positioned with the King in court?
(a) Leaning on his shoulder.
(b) Lying on his lap.
(c) Seated at his left.
(d) Kneeling by his side.

5. What does Baldock protest he despises about the court?
(a) Pomp.
(b) Hypocrisy.
(c) Formality.
(d) Deception.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Warwick believe is the only mean the nobles have of challenging Gaveston?

2. To what smith's implement does Edward compare his heart upon his return from seeing Gaveston off?

3. What does Lancaster intend to do with the writ of banishment after Edward signs it?

4. At the end of Scene 1, whom does Edward depose in vengeance of his part in Gaveston's exile?

5. After Gaveston is carried off in Scene 4, what does Edward say stops his speech?

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