Oct 12, 2008

Henry V | Act III, Scene 3 Questions and Answers

Study Questions
1. Why don’t the English simply storm the breach and take Harfleur?

2. Is Henry discouraged about their prospects at the start of this scene?

3. In speaking to the men of Harfleur, does Henry accept responsibility for the acts of his soldiers if the town falls?

4. Why does the governor finally surrender?

5. Does Henry make good on his threat to ravage the town?

6. At this point in the play, how powerful does the English army look?

7. What physical disadvantages does Henry’s army face?

8. What does the Dauphin’s decision about...