In the Shakespeare's play Henry IV the word honor is used in various forms thirty two times. ... Especially the idea of a good reputation, for in Shakespeare's times one's family name and honor coincided. ... Later in Act III, Henry IV chastises Hal for not being respected in the public opinion in the way Hotspur is. ... What never-dying honour hath he got-(III.2.105-106). ... Shakespeare makes his audience look at the word itself for a moment. ...

• Word Count: 1335
• Approx Pages: 5
• Grade Level: High School

The role of the Chorus in the Shakespeare's play, Henry V, is significant. ... In order to do so, they employ three corrupt English men, Richard Earl of Cambridge, Henry Lord Scroop of Masham, and Sir Thomas Grey, knight of Northumberland, to help France to conspire against the king of England. ... The Chorus in Act III explains for the lapse in time that has taken place. ... In act III, help out with the plot using imagery to help the audience to picture events taking place. ...

• Word Count: 1745
• Approx Pages: 7
• Grade Level: High School