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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Edward's soliloquy after the nobles leave in Scene 4, whom does he long to kill?
(a) All nobles.
(b) Priests.
(c) Mortimer Junior.
(d) Isabella.

2. To what bird does Edward compare the nobles after they exit in Scene 2?
(a) Gull.
(b) Peacock.
(c) Cockerel.
(d) Wren.

3. Which of the following promises is not one that Sir John makes to Kent and Mortimer in Scene 2?
(a) Comfort.
(b) Friends.
(c) Arms.
(d) Money.

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

5. How does Mortimer Junior characterize Gaveston in Scene 4?
(a) A murderer.
(b) A thief.
(c) A pander.
(d) A whore.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which nobles' deaths does Mortimer confirm in his report to Isabella in Scene 2?

2. Who does Edward want to accompany Isabella on her journey to France?

3. Who finally promises to accompany Gaveston on his journey to Edward?

4. What employment does Mortimer give Rice Ap Howell at the end of Scene 5?

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

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