Henry IV Act 1 Scene 1

What is the setting of Act 1, Scene 1 of Henry IV, Part 1?

The Royal Palace of London.

What does King Henry IV anticipate doing in this scene?

He looks forward to joining the Crusades.

What is the aim of Henry's planned military expedition?

To lead a military expedition to Jerusalem.

What kind of battles is Henry informed about in this scene?

Battles between the English on one side and the Scottish and Welsh on the other.

Who commands the Welsh forces in the battles?

Owen Glendower leads the Welsh.

What happens to Edmund Mortimer in Act 1, Scene 1?

He is captured by Owen Glendower.

What do Welsh women do to the bodies of Mortimer’s soldiers?

They mutilate the corpses.

What nickname is given to Harry Percy, and why?

He is nicknamed Hotspur for his military reputation.

Who does Hotspur face in battle?

Hotspur battles the Earl of Douglas, Archibald.

What is Hotspur's achievement against the Earl of Douglas?

He defeats Douglas and captures prisoners, including his son, Mordake.

How does King Henry IV view Hotspur’s military achievements compared to his son’s?

He compares Hotspur’s military glory with his son Harry's lack of military achievement.

What does Hotspur intend to do with the prisoners he captured?

He states he will only send one prisoner, Mordake, and keep the rest.

Whom does King Henry IV suspect of influencing Hotspur's actions regarding the prisoners?

He suspects the Earl of Worcester.

What action does King Henry IV decide to take concerning Hotspur?

He sends for Hotspur and plans to hold court on Wednesday at Windsor Castle.