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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where is Richmond when Stanley leaves Richard?
(a) Carbury.
(b) Stirling.
(c) Westminster.
(d) Pembroke.

2. What traditionally follows the death of a ruler?
(a) Turmoil.
(b) Peace.
(c) Bribery.
(d) Infighting.

3. Where does Act III, scence vi take place?
(a) An office.
(b) A room.
(c) A tavern.
(d) A street.

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

5. What is the name of the war that concludes just prior to the play starting?
(a) War of the Straight.
(b) War of 1812.
(c) War of the Dukes.
(d) War of the Roses.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where is Richard from?

2. What is the name of the bishop who gathers with Hastings, Stanley, and Buckingham to discuss Edward's coronation date?

3. What is the name of the Prince who is returning to court to be crowned king?

4. What did the young Duke of York say grow slowly according to Richard?

5. What is the imagery used for the change in power after King Edward's death?

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