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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who tells Hotspur that Lancaster is marching towards them?

2. Why is the Archbishop fearful of Hotspur failing?

3. What does Falstaff mock about the man who he asks to cheer him up?

4. Who kills Hotspur?

5. Who asks Prince Henry to withdraw from battle?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

In Act II, Scene 1, Shakespeare shows us a scene of common men, thieves, working people. Why does he do this? What is their language like? How does it compare to the language of the King and other noble leaders? What is the effect of this scene on the audience?

Essay Topic 2

Despair was a theme that was placed in a number of sensitive places in this plot. What are some of these places, and what role did despair play in this book?

Essay Topic 3

Discuss the theme of honor as presented in this play. What is the relationship of various characters towards the concept of honor? How are Hotspur and Falstaff at two far ends of the spectrum when it comes to honor? Use quotes to describe these two men. Where does Prince Hal fall in this spectrum?

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