View a FREE sample

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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

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

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

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

5. In Scene 2, what does Joan raise after being given control of the military?
(a) The royal decree written on parchment.
(b) Her sword.
(c) The Dauphin's spirits.
(d) The royal crown.

6. In Scene1, Robert is taken in by Joan's what?
(a) Eloquence.
(b) Persistence.
(c) Athleticism.
(d) Beauty.

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

8. What is one of the items Joan convinces Robert to give her in Scene 1?
(a) Armor.
(b) A ride into the nearest city.
(c) Gold.
(d) A cross.

9. In Scene 2, who joins the two men awaiting the Dauphin's arrival?
(a) The steward.
(b) Joan.
(c) Bluebeard.
(d) Robert de Baudricourt.

10. What does Robert hope will help the troops with Joan's presence?
(a) An heirloom sword.
(b) Beauty and strength.
(c) Fervor and talk of God.
(d) A big gun.

11. What country is the setting for this play?
(a) Russia.
(b) Switzerland.
(c) France.
(d) England.

12. How does Joan feel about meeting with the leader of her country?
(a) Nervous.
(b) Nonplussed.
(c) Frightened.
(d) Confident.

13. In Scene 3, what has Joan gained access to that is considered evidence of her reputation?
(a) The Ark of the Covenant.
(b) The cathedral at Rheims.
(c) The chasse.
(d) Leaders.

14. What does the French commander do to Joan in Scene 3?
(a) He cedes command to her.
(b) He holds her in check.
(c) He refuses to let her in camp.
(d) He encourages her to move forward.

15. What is the name of the castle in which the play opens?
(a) Château d' Azay-le-Rideau.
(b) Valençay.
(c) Vaucouleurs.
(d) Chambord.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who informs Robert of the hens' recovery in Scene 1?

2. In Scene 3, what happens right after Joan prays?

3. In Scene 2, where do the Dauphin's advisers wait for him to arrive?

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

5. What does Joan agree to do for the French commander?

(see the answer keys)

This section contains 502 words (approx. 2 pages at 300 words per page) View a FREE sample