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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What Greek god does Richard compare himself to at Berkley Castle?

2. What is Aumerle holding when he enters Act 5, Scene 2?

3. Where did Mowbray die?

4. What does Bolingbroke question of Bagot when they arrive in London?

5. What type of place will the Queen live after she leaves England?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Richard's eloquent speeches were a very important aspect of the play. What did these speeches say of Richard's character? What did they add to the play? Did anyone else speak like Richard?

Essay Topic 2

The concept of "family" seemed more important to some characters than to others. Describe to whom family was and wasn't important. What were the priorities for the people who found other things to be more important than family?

Essay Topic 3

When would you say Richard lost his power in the play? It does not necessarily have to be the scene with the smashed mirror. Use evidence from the play to support your claims.

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