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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to the chorus, what is the French response to the impending war?
(a) They are as eager to go to war as the English.
(b) They are not worried because they know the Spanish will come to their aid.
(c) They are confident that their diplomats will bring about a peaceful resolution.
(d) They are shaking in their fear.

2. What type of muse does the chorus invoke?
(a) Fire.
(b) Air.
(c) Water.
(d) Earth.

3. What is the boy's urgent message that diverts Nym and Pistol from their duel?
(a) He has heard of an assassination plot against the king.
(b) His master is ill and he wants Pistol and Hostess to come immediately.
(c) King Henry needs to see them right away.
(d) French troops have launched a counter invasion and will be in London in a few hours.

4. The chorus asks the audience "kindly to judge" what?
(a) The play.
(b) Each other.
(c) People of the past and their actions.
(d) Royalty.

5. The chorus says the play will turn the "accomplishment of many years" into what?
(a) A short story.
(b) A pleasant evening.
(c) An hour-glass.
(d) A sundial.

Short Answer Questions

1. Canterbury urges King Henry to look to his great uncle, who had once defeated the French, for strength. What is the name of Henry's great uncle?

2. To what creature from classical mythology does Canterbury compare Prince Henry's willfulness?

3. What does Nym suggest Pistol can do to restore their friendship?

4. Who is NOT one of the "three corrupted men" the chorus says has conspired with France?

5. From which port city does the chorus say King Henry will sail to France?

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