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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Scene 3, what is one of the attributes Joan is given that is considered verification of her reputation?
(a) Easy-going nature.
(b) Incredible insight.
(c) A quiet strength.
(d) Spiritual courage.

2. Who lives in the castle mentioned at the opening of the play?
(a) The King.
(b) The Dauphin.
(c) Joan.
(d) Robert de Baudricourt.

3. In Scene 2, what does the Dauphin bestow upon Joan?
(a) Complete military authority and control.
(b) A significant land holding in Alsace.
(c) Sixteen horses and a military battalion.
(d) The crown jewels of France.

4. What does the Dauphin tell the high-ranking officials when they return to the room in Scene 2?
(a) That Joan is to be taken to the dungeon.
(b) That they will now have to follow Joan.
(c) That they are dismissed from his employ.
(d) That they must give him more money for a military exploit.

5. In Scene 1, what does Robert hope Joan will do for the troops?
(a) Treat their wounds.
(b) Bring them food and water.
(c) Bolster morale and purpose.
(d) Inspire them to battle the Russians.

6. Who is the Dauphin's military adviser?
(a) Gilles de Rais.
(b) The Dauphin himself.
(c) Archbishop of Rheims.
(d) Lord Chamberlain de la Tremouille.

7. In Scene 3, what happens right after Joan prays?
(a) The wind changes in their favor.
(b) The river parts, allowing the troops to cross.
(c) A deer runs into the camp, allowing the troops to eat and avoid starvation.
(d) The English army retreats.

8. The play opens in what year?
(a) 1560.
(b) 1776.
(c) 1492.
(d) 1429.

9. In Scene 1, what does Robert hope for Joan in her mission?
(a) The King's blessing.
(b) Success.
(c) Failure.
(d) A good husband.

10. Whose nickname is "Bluebeard"?
(a) Archbishop of Rheims.
(b) Gilles de Rais.
(c) The Dauphin.
(d) Lord Chamberlain de la Tremouille.

11. Who is the commander of the French army in Scene 3?
(a) Dunois.
(b) de Rais.
(c) de Baudricourt.
(d) de la Tremouille.

12. In Scene 2, what does Joan ask God for?
(a) Peace.
(b) Power.
(c) Rain.
(d) Victory.

13. How do the high-ranking officials feel after the Dauphin tells them his decision after speaking with Joan in Scene 2?
(a) Nervous.
(b) Happy.
(c) Incredulous.
(d) Energized.

14. What is the only power that the Dauphin has remaining in Scene 2?
(a) Royal.
(b) Military.
(c) The power over life and death.
(d) Financial.

15. In Scene 2, where do the Dauphin's advisers wait for him to arrive?
(a) In a stable on the outskirts of Champagne.
(b) In a stable on the outskirts of Lorraine.
(c) In the cathedral at Rheims.
(d) In a castle.

Short Answer Questions

1. What has happened to the French army in the beginning of Scene 3?

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

3. What is the cause of the lack of eggs for Robert's breakfast in Scene 1?

4. What is the second item that Robert gives to Joan in Scene 1?

5. What does the French commander do to Joan in Scene 3?

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