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King John Act 3 Scene 3 Quiz
King John Act 3 Scene 3 Quiz
What mood dominates the closing of the scene?
Hopeful and forgiving
Dark and ominous
Calm and peaceful
Triumphant and bold
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What theme is reinforced by King John’s conversation with Hubert?
Loyalty between servants and masters
Faith’s triumph over politics
Love overcoming hatred
Moral corruption through political ambition
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What emotion dominates Hubert’s responses in this exchange?
Unease and conflict
Hatred and revenge
Joy and pride
Anger and defiance
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How does Hubert interpret King John’s unspoken words?
As an order to kill Arthur
As advice to protect Arthur
As a call for exile
As a confession of guilt
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What phrase does King John use to suggest what he wants done to Arthur?
“Set him free, and let God judge”
“Justice shall prevail”
“Death’s shadow sits upon his eye”
“Let mercy speak”
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What major political issue underlies this scene?
Religious reform
Legitimacy of rule
Marriage alliances
Foreign trade
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How does this scene develop King John’s character?
It highlights his innocence
It reveals his generosity
It exposes his moral decay
It redeems his reputation
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What tone does King John adopt toward Hubert in this scene?
Kind and forgiving
Angry and aggressive
Silent and distant
Manipulative and suggestive
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What fear haunts King John as he speaks to Hubert?
Being betrayed by Eleanor
Losing Blanche to France
Facing the Pope’s wrath
Losing the loyalty of his nobles
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Where does Act 3 Scene 3 take place?
At a battlefield camp
In Arthur’s prison
In King John’s palace
In France
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What does King John call Arthur in this scene?
A noble youth
A victim of treason
A lost soul
A danger to the crown
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How does Shakespeare create tension in this scene?
Through indirect language and implication
Through a sudden battle
Through comedic misunderstanding
Through open confrontation
None
What literary device is most evident in the King’s indirect commands?
Alliteration
Euphemism
Hyperbole
Simile
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What theme connects this scene with later events in the play?
Faith restoring justice
Power leading to downfall
War bringing prosperity
Family reconciling division
None
What device does Shakespeare use to convey John’s unspoken intentions?
Irony and wit
Metaphor and simile
Subtext and suggestion
Soliloquy
None
What is the main topic of discussion between King John and Hubert?
Arthur’s fate
The Pope’s excommunication
France’s rebellion
Austria’s death
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What does King John’s reliance on Hubert reveal about him?
His fear and weakness
His wisdom and foresight
His loyalty to justice
His courage and decisiveness
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What emotion does King John show after Hubert leaves?
Joy and confidence
Indifference
Sadness and guilt
Relief mixed with anxiety
None
What kind of imagery dominates King John’s speech?
Dark and deathly
Nature and love
War and heroism
Light and heavenly
None
How does King John’s behavior compare to earlier scenes?
He becomes peaceful and pious
He grows humble and wise
He loses all interest in politics
He becomes more ruthless and paranoid
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How does King John try to convince Hubert to obey him?
Through bribery
Through promises of marriage
Through hints and implications
Through direct threats
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What does Hubert promise King John by the end of the scene?
To tell the nobles of the plan
To carry out his wishes
To free Arthur secretly
To guard Arthur carefully
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What does King John fear most at this point?
The Bastard’s ambition
Pandulph’s power
Arthur’s growing popularity
A new French invasion
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What quality of Hubert’s character is tested in this scene?
His loyalty to France
His skill as a diplomat
His bravery in battle
His obedience and morality
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How does Shakespeare emphasize the secrecy of the plan?
Through a letter to Pandulph
Through open declaration
Through private dialogue and evasion
Through the Bastard’s narration
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What is Hubert’s social status in the play?
A loyal servant to the King
A bishop’s advisor
A rival monarch
A noble lord of France
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How does King John justify his command in his own mind?
He thinks Arthur will forgive him
He believes it will please the Pope
He sees it as necessary for political survival
He fears God demands it
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Who is present with King John at the start of the scene?
The Bastard
Pandulph
Eleanor
Hubert
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What does King John hope Arthur’s death will secure?
His alliance with France
His forgiveness from Rome
His mother’s approval
His political stability
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What does King John’s manipulation of Hubert foreshadow?
The Bastard’s betrayal
The fall of France
Eleanor’s death
Arthur’s impending tragedy
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