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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. To whom does Edward say he will complain of the malefactions of Mortimer and Isabella?
(a) To his dead servants.
(b) To France.
(c) To the legions of hell.
(d) To the gods.

2. At the beginning of the scene, Mortimer Junior brings news that what country is invading Normandy?
(a) Norway.
(b) Spain.
(c) France.
(d) Italy.

3. Who volunteers to shelter the nobles at the end of Scene 2?
(a) The King of France.
(b) The Bishop of Canterbury.
(c) Isabella.
(d) Lancaster.

4. Whose entreaty finally convinces Edward to relinquish his crown?
(a) Edward III.
(b) Kent.
(c) Leicester.
(d) Berkeley.

5. What does Mortimer Junior threaten to do if Gaveston return to England?
(a) Kill Gaveston.
(b) Leave England.
(c) Rise up in revolt.
(d) Refuse to fight for Edward.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following is net an earldom that Lancaster holds?

2. Of what relation are the two Mortimers?

3. What does Edward swear to send Gaveston?

4. From what does Isabella tell Moritmer are her hands sore in Scene 3?

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

(see the answer key)

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