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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 4, Scene 5.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following is net an earldom that Lancaster holds?
(a) Kent.
(b) Lincoln.
(c) Derby.
(d) Leicester.

2. What does Mortimer Junior threaten to do if Gaveston return to England?
(a) Rise up in revolt.
(b) Leave England.
(c) Kill Gaveston.
(d) Refuse to fight for Edward.

3. According to Isabella in Scene 4, whose country's men are not able to stay in England and fight Edward?
(a) Belgium.
(b) Italy.
(c) Norway.
(d) Denmark.

4. On the field of battle in Scene 2, what does Lancaster tell Edward his flatterers will do?
(a) Betray him.
(b) Weaken him.
(c) Use him.
(d) Become dependant on him.

5. Which of the following men is not a group that Gaveston announces he wants to keep about him and the king?
(a) Prostitutes.
(b) Poets.
(c) Wits.
(d) Musicians.

Short Answer Questions

1. What word does Kent protest that he will not use to address Edward II?

2. What does Lancaster intend to do with the writ of banishment after Edward signs it?

3. Why does Isabella state she feels some sadness after the battle?

4. Why can Edward not commit Mortimer Junior to the Tower?

5. What land's ship do the nobles take to pursue Gaveston at the end of Scene 3?

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