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Henry VI Part 2

By William Shakespeare - Stage play

Stage playStageACT III, Scene 2

Roles

  • King Henry VI - Adult (36-50), Senior (>50), Male

About this piece

King Henry accuses Suffolk of being responsible for Gloucester's death

Summary

The Duke of Gloucester, the Protector of England, has just been killed in his jail cell by two murderers hired by Suffolk, a lord, with the support of other noblemen and Cardinal Beaufort. They all wanted to get rid of him to gain more power. They are getting ready for Gloucester's trial but Suffolk enters the room and informs the king that Gloucester is dead. The king faints and when he regains consciousness he accuses Suffolk for being responsible for Gloucester's death.

Tone

AngryScolding

Use cases

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