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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Scene 2, Part 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Henry refers to an ancient British king named ____________, whom he describes as having carved his kingdom up to give to his children, something he says he'll never do.
(a) Lancelot.
(b) Midas.
(c) Lear.
(d) Tut.

2. How might Henry use the Vexin?
(a) As a place to grow wheat.
(b) A summer retreat.
(c) A location for a prison.
(d) As a launching point from which to invade France if he ever needs to.

3. What does Henry want before he dies?
(a) To see Eleanor die.
(b) To marry Alais.
(c) To split his kingdom into thirds for his three sons.
(d) To know who is going to inherit his kingdom.

4. For how long has Henry kept Eleanor imprisoned?
(a) 8 years.
(b) 5 years.
(c) 10 years.
(d) 15 years.

5. How does Henry respond when Alais asks when it is safe to believe him?
(a) It is never safe to believe him.
(b) It is always safe to believe him, even when he lies.
(c) She can believe him most of the time.
(d) It is only safe to believe him when he tells the truth.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Henry respond when Eleanor asks him a question regarding the Vexin?

2. As they exit, on what does Henry comment?

3. Of what does Eleanor say she almost won?

4. With what type of woman does Henry say he has always fallen in love?

5. When Richard responds with a pointed remark about Henry's being with Alais, of what does Eleanor remind him?

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