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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Scene 4, Joan's charisma and legendary exploits are perceived as a threat to ____________.
(a) The English king.
(b) The feudal system.
(c) The Dauphin's chances to become king.
(d) The very structure of the Catholic Church.

2. In what month does Scene 6 open?
(a) November.
(b) July.
(c) March.
(d) May.

3. Where is Joan imprisoned?
(a) Buckingham palace.
(b) The Rouen castle.
(c) In a crude jail outside of Paris.
(d) In an oubliette.

4. Why do the nobleman and the chaplain believe that Joan should be burned?
(a) For her outright displays of disrespect to the English.
(b) For no reason at all.
(c) For what they consider treason.
(d) For what they consider her supernatural powers.

5. In Scene 4, the bishop is concerned about Joan's ___________.
(a) Amazing fighting abilities.
(b) Supernatural powers.
(c) Individualistic views.
(d) Influence on the French citizens.

6. What is one emotion felt by Joan's colleagues when she makes her final decision about the battle in Paris?
(a) Concern for her lack of funding.
(b) Disdain for her pride.
(c) Fear for her life.
(d) Disinterest since she ignored their advice.

7. Why is Joan warned about sinning in Scene 5?
(a) She delineates her military successes for her audience.
(b) She refuses to get out of bed.
(c) She overeats at the banquet.
(d) She continuously follows one of the French commanders.

8. To whom is Joan sold in Scene 6?
(a) The English.
(b) The Spanish.
(c) The Catholic Church.
(d) The Dauphin.

9. What is Joan fixed on after the Battle of Orleans?
(a) Her plan to return home to her family.
(b) Her plan to build her own church.
(c) Her plan to liberate Paris.
(d) Her plan to confront the King of England.

10. In Scene 5, why is the king concerned about the lack of state funds?
(a) He cannot afford to pay the troops.
(b) He cannot give Joan the military support she needs when she travels to Paris.
(c) If Joan goes to battle in Paris and gets captured, he would be unable to pay her ransom.
(d) They would be unable to afford a wedding feast.

11. What happens to Joan when she refuses to admit guilt in Scene 6?
(a) She is banished from France and sent to Spain.
(b) She is given an extension on her trial and sent back to jail.
(c) She is sentenced to be hung until she is dead.
(d) She is immediately led to the stake and burned to death.

12. In Scene 4, the men discussing Joan fear she is a threat to what system?
(a) The caste system.
(b) The feudal system.
(c) The military system.
(d) The church system.

13. What does Joan plan to do in Scene 5 now that she has returned victorious from the Siege at Orleans?
(a) To quietly fade into the background.
(b) To convince the palace to make her queen.
(c) To continue with the war.
(d) To return to the pastoral life she knew before going into battle.

14. What do the church officials in Scene 6 want Joan to do to acknowledge her guilt?
(a) Enter a nunnery.
(b) Sign papers.
(c) Accept excommunication.
(d) Make a public apology.

15. What is the name of the new King of France in Scene 5?
(a) Henri.
(b) Phillip.
(c) Richard.
(d) Charles.

Short Answer Questions

1. In the beginning of Scene 6, how long has Joan's trial lasted?

2. Why does the king turn down Joan's request to go to Paris in Scene 5?

3. In Scene 5, what is one of the emotions felt by Joan's colleagues when she makes her final decision about the battle in Paris?

4. In Scene 6, Joan gives two reasons for dressing in men's clothing. Which of these is one of those reasons?

5. What do the new king and his advisers think of Joan's advice in Scene 5?

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