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Literature : Henry V
| What is the dramatic purpose | Exposition of the plot |
|---|---|
| What is the situation that Canterbury and Ely face? | The Parliamentary bill to transfer some monies and lands from the church . The bill had been put off at a time of civil unrest and now in a time of peace it has been revived. This would mean that the church would lose a lot of its revenues |
| Do you think the clerics are acting in the religious way men should act? | They seem to be mainly concerned with their own well-being. They should be happy that the money is being spent on the poor. |
| According to the exchanges in the scene, how aware is King Henry of the details of the act of the parliament that the clerics are discussing? | King Henry was aware , Canterbury explains that he has been discussing a possible softening of the bill with the king and has made a suggestion to him. |
| Compare Henry's previous life with his life as king described by the clerics ? | Previously : fun-loving , riotous, pleasure seeking, out in the public eye with unsuitable companions. |
| According to Canterbury and Ely , how has Henry's character changed since he became king? How does Henry excel according to them? | We learn that Henry has changed from a wild , fun loving prince into something of a paragon of kingship. He has eradicated serious character flaws He is religious, cares for his people and their lives, and is as warrior ready for battle. |
| Is King Henry being entirely honest when he calls the Archbishop of Canterbury to ask whether England is justified in going for war against France? | Before he meets the French ambassador, Henry wants to talk to Canterbury. He seems to be almost decided on his course of action even before he hears from the Canterbury. |
| What does Henry ask Canterbury? | Henry asks him to explain " the legal and religious grounds " the French Salic law might hinder or assist his French claims. |
| Why do the clerics support the war? | It is self-interest. They want the Parliament to forget the bill which deprive the church of its revenues. |
| What is the danger from Scotland ? What does Canterbury suggest will avert this danger? Find the image he uses to illustrate | Scots will see the absence of the English king in. France as a perfect opportunity to attack wether in small incursions of thieves or a full invasion. Note the image of a stoat stealing eggs from the eagle's(Royal) nest when the parent bird(king)is away |
| How does the gift backfire on the French? | Henry finally decides to invade and the French Dauphin will regret his jest. |
| Find the extended metaphor in Henry's response to the Dauphin? | It compares tennis balls to warfare. |
| How do French respond to the English threat? | The French stoop to treachery.They bribe three noblemen to assassinate the king characterizing the French as treacherous and underhand. |
| What dramatic scene is achieved by placing this low, comic scene... traitors at Southampton? | Comics element: cowards , low , dishonest rouges . Contrasts the preparations of the nobles (in the prologue)with the low characters. |
| What has caused Falstaff's illness according to his friends ? | A broken heart |
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