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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. King Henry states that he will be "No king of England" if he is not also what else?
(a) A victorious warrior.
(b) A merciful king.
(c) A lover of God and of his holy church.
(d) King of France.

2. The "vasty fields" the chorus mentions are located in which country?
(a) England.
(b) Italy.
(c) Spain.
(d) France.

3. The chorus invites the audience to "piece out" what with their thoughts?
(a) Imperfections.
(b) What will happen in the next scene.
(c) The actors.
(d) The story.

4. What does Ely say regarding the transformation in King Henry?
(a) We are blessed.
(b) He now has a holier-than-thou attitude.
(c) He used to be more fun.
(d) It was a long time coming.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the boy's urgent message that diverts Nym and Pistol from their duel?

2. On what does Hostess Quickly blame Sir John's illness?

3. What color does Hostess Quickly say Falstaff did not like?

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

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

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