nd Theme in Romeo and Juliet: Act 2, Scenes 4-6: Mastery Test
Richard III
by William Shakespeare (excerpt)
Act V, Scene 3
Shakespeare based this play on the real-life King Richard of England. The play centers on his quest for power as Richard uses manipe
and murder to ascend to the throne of England. In this excerpt, the Duke of Richmond has arrived nearby
to challenge Richard in battle
stepfather, Lord Stanley, is also
present in support of Richmond, though Richard at first believes him
to be on his own side. Richard an
companions, Ratliff and Norfolk,
decide how to respond to both Richmond and Lord Stanley.
(Re-enter KING RICHARD, RATCLIFF, Attendants and Forces)
KING RICHARD III: What said Northumberland as touching Richmond?
RATCLIFF: That he was never trained up in arms.
Select the correct answer.
How is the theme "ego can cloud a person's judgment" developed in this scene?
OA. King Richard does not believe he can be betrayed until it actually happens.
О в. King Richard heads into battle knowing about Lord Stanley's betrayal.
OC. King Richard is too focused on planning the battle to realize he's been betrayed.
OD. King Richard believes he can win the battle despite having fewer forces.
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