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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Scene 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the fear created for the English by Joan aligning herself as an individual with the French King?
(a) That individual citizens might begin to band together in her support.
(b) That individual citizens could be strengthened at the expense of the feudal system.
(c) That the church might lose its power over the French monarchy.
(d) That women might become powerful citizens.

2. There is an officer in Scene 2 nicknamed "Bluebeard." Why is that his nickname?
(a) His mother gave him that nickname as a baby.
(b) He dyes his facial hair blue.
(c) His beard is an odd shade of gray that looks bluish.
(d) There is a rumor that he has killed his former wives and buried them in the basement.

3. In Scene 4, Joan's charisma and legendary exploits are perceived as a threat to ____________.
(a) The Dauphin's chances to become king.
(b) The feudal system.
(c) The English king.
(d) The very structure of the Catholic Church.

4. In the beginning of Scene 6, how long has Joan's trial lasted?
(a) Eleven weeks.
(b) Six weeks.
(c) Eleven days.
(d) Two days.

5. Which of the following is a reason the English label Joan a witch?
(a) Her power over nature.
(b) Her religious fervor.
(c) Her power over animals.
(d) The way she dresses.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Scene 2, what example is given of Joan's spiritual fortitude?

2. Who is responsible for Joan's situation in the beginning of Scene 6?

3. What kind of actions does Dunois say the attempts for Paris are?

4. What is one of the crimes Joan is to be tried for in Scene 6?

5. What is the only power that the Dauphin has remaining in Scene 2?

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