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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What does Richard learn of Gaunt in Act 1, Scene 4?
(a) He is very sick.
(b) He is heartbroken and acting insane.
(c) He is leaving the country too.
(d) He is threatening to commit suicide.

3. Who has the longest speech in Act 3, Scene 1?
(a) Northumberland.
(b) York.
(c) Bolingbroke.
(d) Percy.

4. How are Gaunt and Bolingbroke related?
(a) Uncle and nephew.
(b) Cousins.
(c) Father and son.
(d) Brothers.

5. What does Bolingbroke question of Bagot when they arrive in London?
(a) All of the above.
(b) The Queen.
(c) Richard's whereabouts.
(d) Gloucester's death.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. How is Richard described to Bolingbroke after the initial meeting in Act 3, Scene 3?

3. Who is fleeing straight to Richard after learning of Bolingbroke's arrival?

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

5. Where does Act 2, Scene 4 take place?

(see the answer key)

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