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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. In Scene 2, Joan receives scorn for what?
(a) Her lack of military prowess.
(b) Her forward nature.
(c) Her visions.
(d) Her boyish hairstyle and clothing.

3. Why is Robert angry in Scene 1?
(a) There are no eggs for his breakfast.
(b) His political allies have turned traitor.
(c) His wife has run off with the steward.
(d) His castle has no running water.

4. What is Robert's profession?
(a) Priest.
(b) Steward.
(c) Military officer.
(d) King.

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

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

7. At which landmark is the French army located in the beginning of Scene 3?
(a) The Arc de Triomphe.
(b) The Loire River.
(c) La Tour Eiffel.
(d) The palace.

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

9. In Scene 1, what does Robert think about Joan's assertion that she hears voices?
(a) He thinks it is miraculous.
(b) He thinks it is exciting.
(c) He thinks nothing of it.
(d) He thinks it is preposterous.

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

11. In Scene 2, who schemes to trick Joan?
(a) The Dauphin and Lord Chamberlain de la Tremouille.
(b) Gilles de Rais and Archbishop of Rheims.
(c) Archbishop of Rheims, Gilles de Rais, Lord Chamberlain de la Tremouille, and the Dauphin.
(d) No one.

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

13. What is distressing the commander of the French army in the beginning of Scene 3?
(a) Joan's orders.
(b) His children are ill and he cannot return home.
(c) His bad fortune.
(d) The death of his wife.

14. Where is the French army located in the beginning of Scene 3?
(a) Paris.
(b) Orleans.
(c) Lorraine.
(d) Champagne.

15. What does Joan agree to do for the French commander?
(a) Pray for the English army to retreat.
(b) Pray for rain.
(c) Pray for food.
(d) Pray for a change in fortune.

Short Answer Questions

1. Whose nickname is "Bluebeard"?

2. What is the French army unable to do in the beginning of Scene 3?

3. To whom does Joan make a request after the Dauphin gives her military control?

4. In Scene 2, what is the second achievement that Joan tells the Dauphin he will attain?

5. In Scene 3, what proves that Joan's power has risen significantly?

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