Richard II Act 3 Scene 3 Quiz

What symbol represents Richard’s loss of authority?

What does Richard call himself in his speech from the walls?

What theme is most evident in Richard’s speech?

What message does Bolingbroke send to Richard?

What does Richard’s language reveal about his view of kingship?

Where does Act 3 Scene 3 take place?

How does Northumberland describe Bolingbroke’s intentions to Richard?

Who convinces Richard to meet Bolingbroke face to face?

What does Richard mean when he says, “Down, down I come”?

How does this scene mark a turning point in the play?

What does Bolingbroke do when Richard finally descends?

What emotion does Shakespeare emphasize in Richard’s dialogue?

What does Bolingbroke claim to seek before witnesses?

Where is King Richard located during this scene?

What object does Richard reference as proof of divine kingship?

What tone concludes the scene?

What does the public setting of the castle symbolize?

What imagery dominates the scene’s tone?

What does Richard realize about his own power during this scene?

What role does Northumberland play in the exchange?

What central theme does this scene most powerfully portray?

How does Richard initially respond to Bolingbroke’s message?

What animal metaphor does Richard use to describe himself?

Who is with Bolingbroke at the beginning of the scene?

How does Richard respond to Bolingbroke’s apparent humility?

What emotion dominates Richard’s tone?

Who attempts to negotiate with Richard first?

What does Bolingbroke vow in his reply to Richard?

What natural imagery does Richard use to describe his downfall?

What word best describes Bolingbroke’s demeanor?