Discussion Questions
1. Worcester meets with King Henry and gives a long speech concerning the reasons for their rebellion. How does King Henry respond, and what does his response—both in what he says and does not say—suggest about the legitimacy of Worcester’s allegations?
2. After meeting with King Henry, Worcester ultimately decides to battle against the king. Why?
3. How does Falstaff characterize the concept of honor, and how should we regard this characterization given his later determination to “purge, and leave sack?”
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The king does not seem very surprised by the information portrayed by the letter. King Henry does not seem satisfied with the information conveyed by the long speech; he still depicts his doubt toward the letter. Consequently, he does not hurry to respond or react to these charges,
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