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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. At the conclusion of the lesson, what does Katherine suggest they do next?

2. Henry tells his army that "when the blast of war blows in our ears," to imitate the action of which animal?

3. The Dauphin claims that "__________ is not so vile a sin / As __________."

4. On what does Hostess Quickly blame Sir John's illness?

5. To what does Henry compare his men as they are eagerly awaiting battle?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe and discuss the offer the French make to Henry at Harfleur. What is Henry's opinion of the offer and what is his response to it?

2. Why is the constable confounded that the English are better warriors than the French?

3. Describe the kind of rhetorical appeals Henry uses to persuade his army to be persistent in their attack on Harfleur.

4. Why does the chorus have an apologetic tone concerning the play?

5. Discuss how the chorus helps the audience use their imagination as the English army begins the invasion.

6. What does Henry tell the governor of Harfleur will happen to the people of his city if they do not surrender immediately?

7. What is the cause of the conflict between Nym and Pistol and how is this conflict resolved?

8. Why is the Archbishop of Canterbury worried that a certain bill will be passed?

9. How do Scroop, Cambridge, and Grey respond when they are charged with treason?

10. Describe the relationship between Hostess Quickly and Pistol and give examples.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Consider the role of friendship in the play. Which characters seem to have genuine friendships, which do not, and why? Does class seem to affect friendships?

Essay Topic 2

Several characters in the play are sentenced to die for committing various crimes, yet there is no mention of any criminal trials. So, how are matters of criminal justice handled in the world of Henry the Fifth?

Essay Topic 3

Shakespeare's "The Life of King Henry the Fifth" is a work of fiction based upon a historical event. Many of the characters and situations presented in the novel are based on factual information, but many others are entirely fabrications. Discuss whether you think works like Henry the Fifth help us to understand historical events better or if pure historical accounts alone are sufficient. You may want to discuss whether historical fiction has a place in a history class or if it belongs only in a literature course.

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