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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. What does Fluellen say regarding the killing of the boys who had been guarding the luggage?
(a) It is what happens when you leave a boy to do a man's job.
(b) They were all orphans, so none will be missed.
(c) That the boys should have been armed and taught to defend themselves.
(d) It goes against the law of arms.

2. To what ancient city does the chorus compare London as they welcome the return of their king?
(a) Athens.
(b) Jerusalem.
(c) Rome.
(d) Babylon.

3. What does Henry do after Erpingham says the nobles are looking for him throughout the camp, but before he leaves with Gloucester?
(a) Prays that his soldiers will be brave.
(b) Writes a letter of instructions in case he is captured or killed.
(c) Sends a messenger to the French camp stating that this is their last chance to surrender.
(d) Sends a servant to find Williams and return his glove.

4. What suggestion from various lords does Henry refuse because he does not have the vanity or pride to do so?
(a) Ride in a parade with his battle-scarred helmet and sword.
(b) Declare a national holiday in his name.
(c) Have a statue of himself made.
(d) Have a major street in London renamed for him.

5. What had Gower observed Pistol doing that he finally chastises him for after Fluellen beats him up?
(a) Stealing.
(b) Mocking the king.
(c) Poking fun at Fluellen because of his accent.
(d) Associating with French mercenaries.

Short Answer Questions

1. Fluellen states that the Duke of Exeter is as magnanimous as which famous ancient monarch?

2. Who sends Montjoy to the English camp to request that Henry surrender and give himself over for ransom?

3. Fluellen tells Pistol that if he owes him anything, he will pay him in __________.

4. Henry, who is in disguise, tells Williams and Bates that "Every subject's duty is the king's, but every subject's _________ is his own."

5. What do Henry and Williams exchange as proof of their quarrel with each other?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe England's celebratory mood as Henry and his army return home from France.

2. What is Henry's response when Katherine asks how she could possibly love the enemy of France?

3. When Henry is in disguise walking among his men, how does he talk about himself?

4. Describe the exchange between Pistol and the French soldier that the boy is called upon to serve as interpreter.

5. What is the basis of the quarrel between Henry, who is in disguise, and Williams?

6. What does the constable mean when he tells the other soldiers, "straight to horse"?

7. Describe the poignant scene that Exeter witnessed on the battlefield.

8. What is the significance of Saint Crispin's day?

9. Describe the death toll of the battle of Agincourt. For example, were the losses lopsided or did both sides suffer fairly equally? How are the dead accounted for in terms of class and social status?

10. What are some of the conjectures that the constable, Orleans, and Rambures make about Henry and the English?

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