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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 4, Scene 7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Henry had seen this duke fall in battle several times and covered in blood so he asks Exeter whether he might still be alive:
(a) York.
(b) Gloucester.
(c) Bedford.
(d) Westmoreland.

2. What is Montjoy's job?
(a) Herald.
(b) Army captain.
(c) The Dauphin's personal assistant.
(d) Court jester.

3. To what end does Henry claim that Cambridge, Grey, and Scroop must be put to death?
(a) Revenge.
(b) The kingdom's safety.
(c) Justice.
(d) The saving of their own souls.

4. In the Prologue, what term does the chorus use to describe King Henry?
(a) Foolish.
(b) Peaceful.
(c) Warlike.
(d) Angry.

5. What is the constable's chief lament as the French nobles prepare for battle?
(a) The English have proven they fight noblemen and commoners the same unmerciful way.
(b) The battle is too early and he has not yet had breakfast.
(c) His favorite horse is injured and he will have to ride a different one.
(d) The English will not present much of a challenge and they will not have enough blood to stain all their weapons.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Fluellen's complaint against Gower in the hours before the battle begins?

2. 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?

3. In the Prologue, the chorus refers to King Henry by what nickname?

4. To what does Henry compare his men as they are eagerly awaiting battle?

5. When referring to King Henry's confrontation with Scroop, Cambridge, and Grey, Bedford states, "his grace is __________ to trust these traitors."

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