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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 5, Scene 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. To what bird does Edward compare the nobles after they exit in Scene 2?
(a) Peacock.
(b) Gull.
(c) Cockerel.
(d) Wren.

2. Against what enemy has the Third Poor Man fought?
(a) The Scots.
(b) The Irish.
(c) The French.
(d) The Spanish.

3. Whose presence in the approaching army grieved Edward in Scene 3?
(a) Isabella.
(b) Kent.
(c) Sir John of Hainault.
(d) Edward III.

4. What entreaty does Mortimer Junior make to Edward when they enter in Scene 1?
(a) Increase pay to the troops.
(b) Hate Gaveston.
(c) Spend less of the community purse on revels.
(d) Hold a full funeral for his father.

5. From what does Isabella tell Moritmer are her hands sore in Scene 3?
(a) Battling with her heart.
(b) Holding her lord.
(c) Beating her breast.
(d) Haling Edward.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is related on the paper that Spencer Junior reads at the beginning of Scene 3?

2. Which of the nobles is a citizen of Wales?

3. What does Mortimer Junior threaten to do if Gaveston return to England?

4. In Scene 6, what name does Edward refuse to hear spoken?

5. Why does Mortimer say Gaveston will be more fearful of the nobles on his return to England?

(see the answer key)

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