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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 4, Scene 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who tells Richard that "blood will be his end?"
(a) Buckingham.
(b) The Duchess of York.
(c) Elizabeth.
(d) Anne.

2. Where do Richard and his men plan to meet later after the Mayor leaves the Tower?
(a) Baynard Castle.
(b) Grosvenor.
(c) Freely House.
(d) Westminster Abbey.

3. What do Richard and Buckingham tell the Mayor that Hastings' crime is?
(a) Theft.
(b) Murder.
(c) Adultery.
(d) Treason.

4. Who is the situation in England left to according to the three speakers in Act II, scene iii?
(a) The Queen.
(b) The new King.
(c) God.
(d) The dead King.

5. What is the imagery used for the change in power after King Edward's death?
(a) A herd of horses.
(b) An approaching storm.
(c) A thunder cloud.
(d) An arriving ship.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who brings the Mayor to Richard and Buckingham at the Tower?

2. What traditionally follows the death of a ruler?

3. Who does the Mayor promise to tell of Hastings' treason?

4. Who beheads Hastings before the Mayor could hear his confession?

5. Where does Margaret remain hidden during the action?

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