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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. What was Mowbray supposed to be doing with Richard's uncle when he died?
(a) Practicing to duel.
(b) Showing him the courtyards.
(c) Accompany him while traveling.
(d) Guarding him.

2. How does Gaunt try to persuade Bolingbroke to think of his banishment?
(a) As his civic duty.
(b) As a time to grow as a man.
(c) As a pleasurable journey.
(d) As a time to find a wife.

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

4. Who is the first to speak in Act 2, Scene 1?
(a) York.
(b) Richard.
(c) Gaunt.
(d) Northumberland.

5. What does Gaunt mock while he speaks with Richard in Act 2, Scene 1?
(a) His son's exile.
(b) His name.
(c) His wife's cooking.
(d) His sickness.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is the last character to speak in Act 2, Scene 1?

2. Which of the following is a quote by Richard in Act 1, Scene 1?

3. What does Gaunt call Richard in Act 2, Scene 1?

4. What do Northumberland, Ross, and Willoughby discuss after Richard leaves Act 2, Scene 1?

5. Who is the first character to speak in Act 1, Scene 1?

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