You think you remember the religious justifications for the invasion of France but do you really remember the complicated Salic Law debate? This Henry V Act 1 Quiz will test your knowledge of the political chess moves that sent a thousand ships sailing for Harfleur. Attempt to settle the prelates’ arguments before the first question.
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Henry V Act 1 Quiz Questions
- Which character delivers the opening Prologue of Henry V?
- What does the Chorus ask the audience to do in the Prologue?
- Where is the opening scene of Act 1 set?
- Which two church officials discuss the King’s claim to France in Scene 1?
- Why are Canterbury and Ely worried at the start of the play?
- What does Canterbury describe as the Salic law?
- Why does Canterbury argue Henry has a claim to France?
- What does the Archbishop offer Henry to support his war?
- How is King Henry described by Canterbury and Ely?
- What transformation in Henry’s character is noted by the clergy?
- What was Henry’s behavior like before becoming king?
- Who are Exeter and Westmorland?
- What does Henry ask Canterbury to explain to him?
- Who delivers a long and complex explanation of Henry’s claim to France?
- What nation does Henry intend to invade?
- What response does Henry demand from the French Dauphin?
- What gift does the Dauphin send to Henry?
- What does the gift of tennis balls symbolize?
- How does Henry react to the Dauphin’s insult?
- What does Henry vow after receiving the Dauphin’s message?
- What quality does Henry show in his reaction to the Dauphin’s gift?
- What theme is introduced strongly in Act 1?
- Who urges the king to act decisively and invade France?
- What does Canterbury promise will happen if Henry invades France?
- How does Henry ensure he acts justly before war?
- What tone does Henry adopt when addressing the Dauphin’s insult?
- Who are the French ambassadors sent by?
- What do the French ambassadors deliver besides the gift?
- How does Act 1 conclude?
- What does the Prologue suggest the play will depict?