What happens when the walls of a city are more stubborn than the armies outside? The King John Act 2 Scene 1 Quiz asks you to think about the standoff at Angiers and the first arguments for Arthur’s right to the throne. Start with the weight of royal claims.
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King John Act 2 Scene 1 Quiz Questions
- Where does Act 2 Scene 1 take place?
- Who is leading the French forces at Angers?
- Who supports King Philip’s claim against King John?
- Who accompanies King John to the walls of Angers?
- What do both armies demand from the citizens of Angers?
- How do the citizens of Angers respond to both kings’ claims?
- What does King John propose to resolve the dispute with France?
- Who mocks both sides for their hypocrisy?
- Why does the Bastard despise the Duke of Austria?
- What emblem does Austria wear that provokes the Bastard’s anger?
- How do both armies test their strength before attacking the city?
- What do the citizens of Angers propose after the inconclusive battle?
- Who is Blanche in relation to King John?
- Who suggests Blanche marry Lewis?
- What does King Philip hope to gain from Blanche’s marriage?
- How does Constance react to the proposed marriage?
- What does King Philip ultimately decide after hearing Pandulph’s advice?
- What title will Lewis gain through the marriage?
- What is the Bastard’s reaction to the political compromise?
- What symbolic act seals the peace between France and England?
- Who feels most betrayed by the peace treaty?
- What does Constance accuse King Philip of after agreeing to the marriage?
- How does Austria respond to Constance’s outburst?
- What does the Bastard say about “commodity”?
- What does Austria’s presence symbolize in this scene?
- Who is appointed to command the English forces?
- What theme is most emphasized in Act 2 Scene 1?
- What image dominates the Bastard’s final speech of the scene?
- What do both kings agree to before leaving Angers?
- How does the Bastard describe the outcome of the day’s events?