The War of the Roses may have begun with a single blow, but the truth of the Battle of Saint Albans is much more complex than that. Only a true historian of history can tell which of the great figures fell in this decisive clash of white and red roses. Test your knowledge with the Henry VI Part 2 Act 5 Quiz.
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Henry VI Part 2 Act 5 Quiz Questions
- Where does Act 5 Scene 1 take place?
- Who leads the army that confronts King Henry at Saint Albans?
- What charge does York bring against King Henry’s rule?
- Who fights on York’s side at the start of Act 5?
- What does York claim gives him the right to the throne?
- Who remains loyal to King Henry despite the unrest?
- Which side wins the initial battle near Saint Albans?
- Who flees the field after the defeat at Saint Albans?
- What does Queen Margaret do when Henry flees?
- Where does Act 5 Scene 2 take place?
- Which loyalist commander is slain in the battle of Saint Albans?
- Who vows revenge for Clifford’s death?
- Who kills the Duke of Somerset in battle?
- What token of Somerset’s death is brought to York?
- What does York command after Somerset’s death?
- Where does Act 5 Scene 3 take place?
- Who comforts King Henry after his defeat?
- What emotion dominates Queen Margaret’s speech after the defeat?
- What does Margaret accuse Henry of during their flight?
- Where does Act 5 Scene 4 take place?
- Who is captured at the beginning of Scene 4?
- What is Jack Cade’s condition when he is captured?
- Who kills Jack Cade?
- What happens to Cade’s body after his death?
- Where does Act 5 Scene 5 take place?
- What does York demand when he meets King Henry again?
- How does King Henry respond to York’s demand?
- What is Queen Margaret’s reaction to York’s boldness?
- What symbol of rebellion do York’s men display in Scene 5?
- What major conflict is foreshadowed by the end of Act 5?