Richard III Act 3 Scene 7 Quiz

How does Shakespeare use dramatic irony in this scene?

What day does Richard finally agree to be crowned?

What does Richard’s posture suggest during the citizens’ approach?

How do the citizens respond to Buckingham’s speech?

What reason does Buckingham give for needing quick action?

How many times does Buckingham urge Richard to accept the crown?

What political tactic is displayed throughout the scene?

What larger theme does this scene reinforce?

What excuse does Richard give for refusing the crown at first?

What emotion does Richard feign most effectively?

How does the scene conclude?

What is the main purpose of the scene?

What gesture does Richard make to appear reluctant?

What does Buckingham interpret the crowd’s silence as?

What literary device dominates Richard’s dialogue?

What location does Buckingham suggest for the coronation?

Who are the two main plotters in this scene?

What impression is Richard trying to create for the crowd?

Where does Act 3 Scene 7 take place?

What is the tone of the entire scene?

Who addresses the citizens on Richard’s behalf?

What does Richard say he will accept instead of the crown?

Who is the Lord Mayor meant to represent?

How does Buckingham stage the public scene?

What is Richard doing when Buckingham brings the citizens?

What does Buckingham claim about Edward IV’s children?

What role does Catesby play in this scene?

What does the presence of clergy symbolize?

Who are the two clergymen accompanying Richard?

How does Buckingham describe Richard to the citizens?