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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 4, Scene 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who tells Richard that "blood will be his end?"
(a) Anne.
(b) Elizabeth.
(c) Buckingham.
(d) The Duchess of York.

2. Who does the Mayor promise to tell of Hastings' treason?
(a) Elizabeth.
(b) The people.
(c) Margaret.
(d) Anne.

3. What do Richard and Buckingham tell the Mayor that Hastings' crime is?
(a) Murder.
(b) Theft.
(c) Adultery.
(d) Treason.

4. Where is Act II, scene iii taking place?
(a) In a room.
(b) In a street.
(c) In a tavern.
(d) In a house.

5. What does Richard tell Buckingham to tell the people of Edward's sons?
(a) They are insane.
(b) They are dead.
(c) They are mad.
(d) They are bastards.

Short Answer Questions

1. What traditionally follows the death of a ruler?

2. What is the imagery used for the change in power after King Edward's death?

3. Where do Richard and his men plan to meet later after the Mayor leaves the Tower?

4. Who beheads Hastings before the Mayor could hear his confession?

5. Where does Margaret remain hidden during the action?

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