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Henry IV, Part 1
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Analyze the virtues a king should exhibit as depicted in King Henry IV, Part 1. How do the actions of King Henry IV, Prince Hal, Hotspur, and the past failures of Richard II represent the qualities (good or bad) of a leader?
Hotspur and Falstaff exemplify opposing views of honor. Analyze their perspectives on honor. Which is more compelling? Why?
Hal’s honor is tarnished by his association with Falstaff and his friends. However, this is part of Hal’s plan to reinvent himself. Describe this plan. What does it entail? Does Hal succeed by the end of the play?
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