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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 is the double metaphor spoken in the Duchess's first speech of the play?
(a) Doves flying; a harp playing angel.
(b) Vials of blood; branches from one root.
(c) A crying baby; nurses working corruptly.
(d) Rose petals; a dagger dripping blood.

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

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

4. What is Gaunt talking about during his famous speech in Act 2, Scene 1?
(a) England.
(b) Life.
(c) Richard.
(d) Family.

5. Who is the first character to speak in Act 1, Scene 1?
(a) Mowbray.
(b) Bolingbroke
(c) Gaunt.
(d) Richard.

Short Answer Questions

1. : For what day is the duel set?

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

3. Who is Bolingbroke's father?

4. Who does Mowbray admit to have scheming against in the past?

5. What is Richard's reaction towards the news of Gaunt he receives in Act 1, Scene 4?

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