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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Scene 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who does the Duchess wish ill upon at the end of Act 1, Scene 2?
(a) Richard.
(b) Mowbray.
(c) Bolingbroke.
(d) Gaunt.

2. How long is Bolingbroke originally banished from England?
(a) Twenty years.
(b) Forty years.
(c) Ten years.
(d) Life.

3. Why don't Bolingbroke and Mowbray forgive one another?
(a) They have had a rivalry since childhood.
(b) They have both sworn to God they would seek vengeance.
(c) It would be forfeiting their honor.
(d) Both have not shared everything they are upset over.

4. Which of the following is a quote by Richard in Act 1, Scene 1?
(a) "O God defend my soul from such deep sin!"
(b) "We were not born to sue, but to command."
(c) "Mine honour is my life, both grow in one."
(d) "Obedience bids I should not bid again."

5. "Where then, alas, may I complain myself?" Who says this?
(a) Gaunt.
(b) Richard.
(c) The Duchess of Gloucester.
(d) Woodstock.

Short Answer Questions

1. What do Mowbray and Bolingbroke state officially that they are fighting for at the duel?

2. How long is Mowbray banished from England?

3. What was Mowbray supposed to be doing with Richard's uncle when he died?

4. How many characters speak in Act 1, Scene 2?

5. "...for God's substitute, His deputy anointed in His sight..." Who is being referred to here?

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