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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. For how long has Henry kept Eleanor imprisoned?
(a) 5 years.
(b) 10 years.
(c) 15 years.
(d) 8 years.

2. Why does Philip say he proclaimed his love for Richard?
(a) So he could one day rule the kingdom.
(b) So he could one day torture Henry with the revelation of his son's deviant nature.
(c) Because he loves him.
(d) So he could become Richard's queen.

3. What does Alais try on?
(a) A pair of shoes.
(b) A gown.
(c) A new cloak.
(d) A small crown.

4. What does Henry want before he dies?
(a) To know who is going to inherit his kingdom.
(b) To marry Alais.
(c) To split his kingdom into thirds for his three sons.
(d) To see Eleanor die.

5. What does the conversation between Richard and Eleanor reveal?
(a) She is ending their relationship.
(b) She hopes for them to be as close as they once were.
(c) She is hoping he will do a favor for her.
(d) She wants to ask for forgiveness.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Henry respond when Eleanor asks whether he ever loved her?

2. Where does the first scene take place?

3. About what does Henry taunt Philip?

4. Of what does Eleanor say she almost won?

5. As Philip exits, how does Richard refer to Henry?

(see the answer key)

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