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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Scene 4, Part 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. With whom does Edward accuse Isabella of being too familiar?
(a) Mortimer Junior.
(b) Kent.
(c) Gaveston.
(d) Lancaster.

3. What does Edward swear to send Gaveston?
(a) Letters of love.
(b) Fine clothes.
(c) Gold.
(d) Reports of his revenge.

4. Whose death is announced in the first moment of the play?
(a) Isabella.
(b) Edward I.
(c) Edward III.
(d) Edward II.

5. What noble rank has Gaveston been given by Scene 2?
(a) Duke.
(b) Knight.
(c) Earl.
(d) Baron.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Edward's soliloquy after the nobles leave in Scene 4, whom does he long to kill?

2. What does Isabella resolve to do in Scene 2 rather than be the cause of unrest?

3. Where is Isabella headed when Mortimer halts her in Scene 2?

4. What entreaty does Mortimer Junior make to Edward when they enter in Scene 1?

5. What skill does the first poor man who approaches Gaveston for preferment possess?

(see the answer key)

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