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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Scene 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What is the third thing that Robert gives Joan in Scene 1?
(a) A bag of gold coins.
(b) A wagon of food.
(c) His best steed.
(d) The assistance of a few of his best men.

3. Joan hopes to convince the leader of her country to do what in Scene 1?
(a) Raise a litter of puppies she can't take care of.
(b) Raise the alarm about the eclipse.
(c) Raise a siege.
(d) Raise her rival's home.

4. In Scene 2, what do the men do when Joan raises her sword?
(a) Ask for her forgiveness.
(b) Fall to their knees.
(c) Run away.
(d) Cheer.

5. 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.

Short Answer Questions

1. After Joan speaks with the Dauphin and his advisers in Scene 2, what does the Dauphin do?

2. In Scene 2, what does Joan raise after being given control of the military?

3. The play opens in what year?

4. What is the name of the city where the men are waiting for the Dauphin in Scene 2?

5. Who lives in the castle mentioned in Scene 1?

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