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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 5, Scene 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who exits with Gaveston guarded in Scene 4?
(a) Edward.
(b) Coventry.
(c) Isabella.
(d) Kent.

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

3. Who is the "gloomy fellow" Spencer mentions in Scene 5 (IV.vi.29)?
(a) The Abbot.
(b) Leicester.
(c) The Mower.
(d) Rice Ap Howell.

4. Of what is the abbot assuring Edward at the beginning of the scene?
(a) He will not admit any of Edward's enemies.
(b) God protects the righteous.
(c) He will soon regain his throne.
(d) Edward is the rghtful heir to the throne of England.

5. Which noble resolves to murder Gaveston personally on his way to see Edward?
(a) Lancaster.
(b) Warwick.
(c) Mortimer Junior.
(d) Pembroke.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which noble does Isabella enlist to be her advocate among the others in Scene 4?

2. According to Mortimer Junior, what do the Mortimers never do?

3. Whose death is announced in the first moment of the play?

4. What does Mortimer Junior threaten to do if Gaveston return to England?

5. Who swears to protect Edward III at the end of Scene 4?

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