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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What term does the chorus NOT use to describe the stage?
(a) Scaffold.
(b) Cockpit.
(c) Arena.
(d) Wooden.

2. Which part of the body does the chorus mention when he says, "We'll not offend one __________ with our play"?
(a) Stomach.
(b) Nose.
(c) Heart.
(d) Brain.

3. To what does Henry compare his men as they are eagerly awaiting battle?
(a) Race horses.
(b) Greyhounds.
(c) Tigers.
(d) Fighting dogs.

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

5. What does Canterbury say Henry had once been addicted to?
(a) Lusty wenches.
(b) Sot weed.
(c) Ale.
(d) Courses vain.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. The chorus asks to be admitted to what?

3. To whom is Hostess Nell Quickly married?

4. How did Hostess Quickly determine that Falstaff was near death?

5. What gift of athletic equipment, intended to be taken as an insult, does the Dauphin send King Henry?

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