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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 3, Scene 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does the chorus says separates the "two mighty monarchies"?
(a) A fortnight's journey by horse.
(b) The will of God.
(c) The perilous narrow ocean.
(d) Language.

2. The chorus tells the audience that in the absence of the king and the army, England will be guarded by the following groups of people except for:
(a) Grandsires.
(b) Babies.
(c) Privèd maidens.
(d) Old women.

3. To which ancient notable military leader does Henry compare the fathers of his men?
(a) Hannibal.
(b) Alexander.
(c) Julius Caesar.
(d) Attila the Hun.

4. To what account from the Christian Bible does Henry allude to when he foretells the suffering the people of Harfleur will experience if they do not surrender?
(a) Pharaoh's slaughter of Hebrew babies.
(b) Herod's slaughter of Jewish children.
(c) The battle of Armageddon.
(d) Joshua's attack on Jericho.

5. What is Fluellen's opinion of Captain Macmorris and Captain Jamy concerning military matters?
(a) Both men are ignorant and incompetent.
(b) Macmorris is incompetent, but Jamy is very knowledgeable.
(c) Jamy is incompetent, but Macmorris is very knowledgeable.
(d) Both men are knowledgeable and competent.

Short Answer Questions

1. The chorus says the play will turn the "accomplishment of many years" into what?

2. According to the chorus, what is the French response to the impending war?

3. What does Canterbury say Henry had once been addicted to?

4. Why does Ely think King Henry will prevent a certain bill from being passed that would take away half the church's land and money?

5. What does Katherine think after she has learned two words in English?

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