A collection of mock exam questions for revision

A LEVEL ENGLISH LITERATURE

Henry IV Part 1 William Shakespeare


“Falstaff may entertain an audience but his character is portrayed as
fundamentally irrelevant to the development of a future king.” How far
would you agree with this view of the play Henry IV Part 1?



Examine the view that “in Henry IV Part 1 Shakespeare presents rebels
in a more sympathetic light than the systems they oppose.”


‘In Henry IV Part I, the best way to gain political influence is to be
manipulative and cunning.’ To what extent do you agree with this view
of Henry IV Part I? Remember to include in your answer relevant
detailed exploration of Shakespeare’s dramatic methods.


“In this play we are left in no doubt that kingship is a role that must be
acted.” Examine this view of kingship in Henry IV Part 1.



How far would you agree that in Henry IV Part 1 we witness how
“power poisons personal relationships”?


“Ultimately, Shakespeare suggests we must condemn Falstaff for his
rejection of authority.” To what extent do you agree with this view?
Remember to include in your answer relevant detailed exploration of
Shakespeare’s dramatic methods.