2. What is the purpose of Joan's request to the leader of her country in Scene 1?
(a) To bring peace to the kingdom.
(b) To make sure she is paid a fair wage for her duties.
(c) To be able to find a rich husband.
(d) To drive the English out of France.

3. In Scene 4, the bishop holds out hope for ____________.
(a) An English victory.
(b) A decent meal and a glass of fine wine.
(c) The chance to burn Joan as a witch.
(d) The salvation of Joan's soul.

4. After Joan speaks with the Dauphin and his advisers in Scene 2, what does the Dauphin do?
(a) He asks his advisers their opinion.
(b) He dismisses the advisers from his presence.
(c) He bans Joan from the castle.
(d) He retires to his room to consider what Joan has said.

5. In Scene 2, what subject is being discussed by the Archbishop and Lord Chamberlain de la Tremouille?
(a) Financial matters of state.
(b) A plan to overthrow the Dauphin.
(c) What to have for dinner.
(d) The dour state of France.

Short Answer Questions

1. The third man to join the discussion about Joan in Scene 4 disagrees with the first two men and their assessment of Joan. What does he believe about Joan instead?

2. In Scene 1, what does Robert think about Joan's assertion that she hears voices?

3. In Scene 2, who schemes to trick Joan?

4. What is Joan traveling to do in Scene 2?

5. Who is the Dauphin's military adviser?

(see the answer key)

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