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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. With what title do Spencer and Margaret refer to Gaveston throughout Scene 1?
(a) Cornwall
(b) Lord of Man
(c) Royal Secretary
(d) Lord Chamberlain

2. Where is the Bishop of Coventry at the beginning of Scene 2?
(a) In Rome.
(b) In France.
(c) Buried.
(d) In the Tower.

3. According to the nobles in seem to, how is Gaveston normally positioned with the King in court?
(a) Seated at his left.
(b) Kneeling by his side.
(c) Leaning on his shoulder.
(d) Lying on his lap.

4. What does Baldock protest he despises about the court?
(a) Formality.
(b) Deception.
(c) Hypocrisy.
(d) Pomp.

5. In Edward's soliloquy after the nobles leave in Scene 4, whom does he long to kill?
(a) All nobles.
(b) Mortimer Junior.
(c) Priests.
(d) Isabella.

Short Answer Questions

1. To what smith's implement does Edward compare his heart upon his return from seeing Gaveston off?

2. Of what relation are the two Mortimers?

3. What does Mortimer threaten Edward if he do not agree to Gaveston's exile?

4. To what bird does Edward compare the nobles after they exit in Scene 2?

5. Which noble resolves to murder Gaveston personally on his way to see Edward?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Edward reward Gaveston when the two are reunited?

2. Describe the reassurances that the Abbot gives Edward II at the beginning of the scene.

3. Describe the relationship between Leicester and Edward.

4. How does Baldock calm Spencer Junior at the end of Scene 6?

5. Who is captured in the victory against Edward?

6. What request does Edward make of the nobles via Arundel?

7. How do the nobles respond to Gaveston's advancement?

8. Why is Isabella distraught in Scene 2?

9. How is the English war with Scots references in Scene 4?

10. What fears do the nobles have regarding Kent in Scene 3?

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