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Name: _________________________ | Period: ___________________ |
This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. The chorus states, "Think, when we talk of _________, that you see them."
2. What term does the chorus NOT use to describe the stage?
3. What does the chorus say must "deck our kings"?
4. Referring to Henry, the constable tells the Dauphin that he will find these "forespent."
5. In addition to not wanting to die, why does Nym not want to go up to the breach?
Short Essay Questions
1. What is the French king's response to the negative tone of his court's conversation about England's invasion and what does he decide to do about the situation?
2. Explain why it is important to Katherine that Alice teaches her English.
3. 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?
4. Discuss how the chorus helps the audience use their imagination as the English army begins the invasion.
5. Describe the kind of rhetorical appeals Henry uses to persuade his army to be persistent in their attack on Harfleur.
6. Based solely on the chorus' statement in the Prologue, what is the play about and what can the audience expect to experience?
7. Why is the Archbishop of Canterbury worried that a certain bill will be passed?
8. What is the cause of the conflict between Nym and Pistol and how is this conflict resolved?
9. What is the Salic Law and what is its significance in the play?
10. What is the governor of Harfleur's response to Henry's demands and what is his explanation for his decision?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Examine the attitude toward monarchy in the world of Henry the Fifth. Are there major differences between the monarchy of England and of France? How do people regard their country's monarchies? How do monarchs view themselves?
Essay Topic 2
Discuss the role of the chorus. What is the chorus' purpose? Be sure to provide some examples of how the chorus is used in the play.
Essay Topic 3
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?
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