Characters
This character is who persuades Henry to claim the French throne.
Archbishop of Canterbury
"When thousands weep more than did laugh at it."
King Henry V
In this scene, the Archbishop lays out a historical argument to justify the war with France, based on Henry's bloodline.
Act 1, Scene 2
In Act 1, Henry V is described as having grown from a reckless prince into this type of leader.
A mature king
Why do the bishops urge Henry to attack the French?
To appease him and prevent the passing of a bill that would lessen the church's fortune.
He is the French prince who mocks Henry with a gift of tennis balls.
Dauphin
"We are glad the King is not a king, and yet a king."
The Archbishop of Canterbury
The Archbishop of Canterbury and the Bishop of Ely convince Henry to claim this as his right and launch an invasion of France.
The French throne
Henry V speaks to his troops and uses this phrase to describe how their shared struggle will bind them together.
"We few, we happy few, we band of brothers"
In scene 2, Henry said, "We are no tyrant, but ---"
a Christian king
This is the king who makes the decision to go to war with France.
"Awaken the memory of those valiant ancestors and with your own powerful arm make their deed live again."
Ely
This French action sparks Henry’s declaration of war, as they send him a gift mocking his claim to the throne.
Dauphin sending Henry a gift of tennis balls
The Archbishop of Canterbury tells Henry V that his reputation is now so solid that it is seen as this by other nations.
"a lion's heart"
What nation does Henry fear will invade England if he sends his troops to France?
Scotland
This loyal and wise nobleman is Henry’s uncle and serves as a key advisor.
Earl of Exeter
Earl of Exeter
The Archbishop and the Bishop of Ely discuss this concept, which they believe justifies the war and gives Henry the moral right to invade France.
The divine right of kings
Henry V asks his advisors to support his claim to the French throne by stating that it is his right through this document.
The Treaty of Troyes
What book of the Bible does the Bishop of Canterbury quote in scene 2?
The book of Numbers
What are the names of King Henry's V three brothers?
Clarence, Bedford, and Gloucester
"This kingdom of England is now. Like a garden that is unkempt, a garden that grows overgrown, But soon will be pruned to perfection."
Chorus
This historical French king is cited by the Archbishop as part of the justification for Henry's claim to the French throne.
Charles the Bald
The Chorus describes Henry V as having this quality, which reflects his growth from a young, reckless prince to a serious, capable king.
"the mirror of all Christian kings"
What relation is Edward, the Black Prince, to Henry?
Edward is his great-uncle