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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 5, Scenes 3 and 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In the beginning of Act 5, which of Edward's possessions does he claim Mortimer defiles?
(a) His standard.
(b) His crown.
(c) His throne.
(d) His bed.

2. What does the Mower request in the last moment of the scene?
(a) Transport.
(b) Reprieve.
(c) Absolution.
(d) Payment.

3. With what does Edward threaten Mortimer Junior after the brawl of Scene 2?
(a) Drawing and quartering.
(b) Imprisonment in the Tower.
(c) Banishment from the court.
(d) Loss of his titles and land.

4. From whom is the letter that Lady Margaret carries with her in Scene 1?
(a) Gaveston.
(b) Mortimer.
(c) Isabella.
(d) Edward.

5. What skill does the first poor man who approaches Gaveston for preferment possess?
(a) Fishing.
(b) Riding.
(c) Soldiery.
(d) Poetry.

Short Answer Questions

1. What word does Kent protest that he will not use to address Edward II?

2. Who do Lancaster and Mortimer say no longer inhabits the court?

3. How does Mortimer Junior characterize Gaveston in Scene 4?

4. Who is updating Gaveston on recent events in Scene 3?

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

(see the answer key)

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