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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why did Eleanor hate Rosamund?
(a) She taunted Eleanor.
(b) She was an evil woman.
(c) She took her place at Henry's side.
(d) She was more beautiful than Eleanor.

2. When Alais asks whether she ever really loved Henry, particularly before Rosamund came into his life, how does Eleanor respond?
(a) She cannot remember.
(b) That was a very long time ago and makes jokes about Rosamund's appearance.
(c) She ignores Alais' question.
(d) No, she never loved him.

3. How does his response to whether he ever loved Eleanor affect her?
(a) She is surprised at his response.
(b) She is angry and vows to get revenge.
(c) She says that will make the fight to come more pleasant.
(d) She is disappointed.

4. What does Alais comment about Eleanor?
(a) She seems kind and loving.
(b) She seems cold and unreachable.
(c) She seems stern and strict.
(d) She seems shy and uncertain.

5. Why does Henry tell Alais to go to bed?
(a) He wants to be alone.
(b) He and Eleanor need to talk.
(c) He realizes she is tired.
(d) He does not want to see her.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Henry ask Eleanor to give him?

2. What is Alais doing as this scene begins?

3. About what do Henry and Eleanor tease each other?

4. What does Henry offer Eleanor as they prepare to go in to meet their subjects?

5. How does Alais respond when he tells the family about the deal he had made with Eleanor?

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