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Richard II Act 5 Scene 3 Quiz
Richard II Act 5 Scene 3 Quiz
Why does the Duchess of York arrive?
To defend Richard
To beg for her son’s life
To curse Bolingbroke
To accuse York of betrayal
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What does Bolingbroke finally decide regarding Aumerle?
He pardons him
He imprisons him
He executes him
He exiles him
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Who is Bolingbroke’s son?
The Prince of Wales
Carlisle
Salisbury
Aumerle
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Where does Act 5 Scene 3 take place?
At Westminster Abbey
At York’s home
At Pomfret Castle
At Bolingbroke’s palace
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What does Bolingbroke command after resolving the family dispute?
That the Queen be exiled
That Richard be executed
That York retire
That Carlisle be brought forth
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How is the Duchess characterized in this scene?
As compassionate and emotional
As cold and distant
As proud and vengeful
As manipulative and cunning
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What does Bolingbroke’s decision reveal about his rule?
Indecision and weakness
Mercy and pragmatism
Cruelty and fear
Cowardice and deceit
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How does the scene end?
With Aumerle’s execution
With Bolingbroke showing mercy
With the Queen’s entrance
With York leaving in rage
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What does Bolingbroke inquire about at the start of the scene?
York’s loyalty
The Queen’s exile
His son’s behavior
Richard’s imprisonment
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What does Aumerle do during his mother’s pleading?
He flees
He blames York
He denies guilt
He joins her in begging
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How does Bolingbroke react to the Duchess’s pleas?
He orders Aumerle’s arrest
He mocks her
He hesitates compassionately
He immediately refuses
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How does Shakespeare use the Duchess’s pleas dramatically?
To contrast mercy and justice
To emphasize Richard’s guilt
To praise Bolingbroke’s rule
To foreshadow war
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Who bursts in after York?
Carlisle
The Duchess of York
Northumberland
Richard
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What message arrives during the end of the scene?
News of the Queen’s illness
News of a conspiracy
News of a rebellion
News of Richard’s confinement
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Who is now referred to as King Henry IV?
York
Aumerle
Northumberland
Bolingbroke
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How does the Duchess approach the King?
She kneels before him
She hides behind York
She shouts in anger
She sends a servant
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What moral question does this scene raise?
Should family rule over state
Should justice outweigh compassion
Should kings forgive traitors
Should loyalty serve love
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What does York bring to Bolingbroke’s attention?
Richard’s death
The Queen’s rebellion
A plot against the King
A rumor of war
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What does York do when his wife pleads for Aumerle?
He supports her
He stays silent
He leaves the room
He argues against her
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How does the Duchess’s tone change as she continues to beg?
From joyful to mocking
From calm to indifferent
From angry to amused
From dignified to desperate
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What evidence does York present to Bolingbroke?
A sealed letter
A verbal confession
A witness testimony
A message from Richard
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How does York respond to Bolingbroke’s pardon?
He accepts it reluctantly
He protests it fiercely
He leaves in anger
He rejoices quietly
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Who enters after Bolingbroke speaks with York?
Aumerle
The Duchess of York
Northumberland
Salisbury
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Who is the first character to speak in the scene?
The Duchess of York
York
Bolingbroke
Aumerle
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What theme dominates the scene?
Faith and redemption
Loyalty versus family
War and honor
Love and romance
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What does Bolingbroke plan to do next?
Confront Richard’s captors
Punish York
Reward Aumerle
Meet with Northumberland
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Who is accused of treason in this scene?
York
Northumberland
Aumerle
Salisbury
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What does Bolingbroke say about his son’s recent actions?
They have been courageous
They have been reckless
They have been noble
They have been loyal
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How does Bolingbroke initially respond to York’s accusation?
With pity
With disbelief
With anger
With laughter
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What does York call his wife during the argument?
A loving mother
A loyal subject
A silent coward
A foolish woman
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