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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Scene 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who teases Falstaff about being fat in the second scene?
(a) Hotspur.
(b) Poins.
(c) The King.
(d) The Prince.

2. What is the atmosphere in the kingdom as the play starts?
(a) Peace and light.
(b) Prosperity and plenty.
(c) Excited at the prospect of a general election.
(d) Civil war is at hand.

3. What relationship does Westmoreland have with the King?
(a) Money-bearer for the kingdom.
(b) A close and trusted advisor.
(c) Leader of parliament.
(d) The King's eldest son.

4. What does Falstaff mean when he says "Zounds"?
(a) Swearing by the King's honor.
(b) A round of free ale for all.
(c) Swearing by the wounds of Christ.
(d) The hounds are coming.

5. What does Falstaff say has ruined his reputation?
(a) His occupation.
(b) His time in prison.
(c) His association with the Prince.
(d) His scandal with the tavern mistress.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does the beginning of this play take place?

2. Where is Falstaff planning a robbery?

3. What angers the King most about Henry Percy?

4. Why is the council meeting?

5. Who does the King wish was his true son?

(see the answer key)

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