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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. While they are walking to the hovel, the Fool utters a prophecy that says what?
(a) England is in confusion.
(b) England is going to be conquered by France.
(c) England will once again be Lear's.
(d) England will be divided.

2. In the first scene, an attendant is carrying a small crown meant for whom?
(a) Cordelia.
(b) The Queen.
(c) Regan.
(d) Goneril.

3. While King Lear is staying with Goneril, she complains that his knights are doing what?
(a) Taking up too much space.
(b) Causing problems with the children.
(c) Eating too much food.
(d) Interfering with her household.

4. What is the name of the person who stands up for Cordelia when her father disinherits her?
(a) Kent.
(b) Albany.
(c) Burgundy.
(d) Gloucester.

5. What are the rumors that Curan tells Edmund?
(a) Rumors of war between Lear and Burgundy.
(b) Rumors of war between Lear and the Duke of Albany.
(c) Rumors of war between Fance and England.
(d) Rumors of war between the Duke of Cornwall and the Duke of Albany.

Short Answer Questions

1. Goneril and Cornwall order Gloucester to do what if Lear returns to the castle?

2. During the first scene of Act 3, what are the armies of France ready to do?

3. What is the name of Edmund's legitimate brother?

4. Kent comes to King Lear in disguise and offers his services in what position?

5. In order to escape detection, Edgar decides to disguise himself as what?

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