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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 3, Prologue.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is NOT one of the "three corrupted men" the chorus says has conspired with France?
(a) Sir Thomas Erpingham.
(b) Richard Earl of Cambridge.
(c) Sir Thomas Grey of Northumberland.
(d) Henry Lord Scroop of Masham.

2. After Henry responds to the Dauphin's insulting gesture by declaring war, the chorus states that "all the youth of England are" in what state of mind and doing what?
(a) Aware that the war will soon bring an end to the good times and are making merry while they can.
(b) Angry that they will have to fight a war to satisfy the king's personal agenda and are protesting in the streets.
(c) On fire and preparing themselves for war.
(d) Afraid of being drafted and are going into hiding or leaving the country.

3. Which character from classical mythology does the chorus say fans the streamers of the brave fleet?
(a) Phobos.
(b) Phoebus.
(c) Proteus.
(d) Phaeton.

4. What does Nym suggest Pistol can do to restore their friendship?
(a) Divorce Hostess Quickly so he can marry her as originally planned.
(b) Write a letter to the king extolling Nym's virtues.
(c) Kill one of Nym's enemies.
(d) Pay him the money he owes him from betting.

5. What does Ely say regarding the transformation in King Henry?
(a) We are blessed.
(b) He used to be more fun.
(c) He now has a holier-than-thou attitude.
(d) It was a long time coming.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which part of the body does the chorus mention when he says, "We'll not offend one __________ with our play"?

2. According to the chorus, what is the French response to the impending war?

3. In what city does Act 1, Scene 1 take place?

4. What does Canterbury say Henry had once been addicted to?

5. What does Bardolph say he will do to help Nym and Pistol become friends?

(see the answer key)

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