Throughout the play Shakespeare explores leadership through Henry. One of the first qualities we admire in Henry is his ability to keep his temper, even when insulted and provoked. This is shown in the line “we are glad the Dauphin is so pleasant with us. His present and your pains we thank you for”. Here, Shakespeare’s use of sarcasm and alliteration are proof that Henry is speaking with care and thought, rather than with an emotional outburst. This makes him a much more effective and level-headed leader.
Another one of Henry’s admirable qualities is the self-control and restraint he shows by taking the Dauphins insulting gift and creatively turning it against him. This is shown in the line “this mock of his hath turned his balls to gunstones”. …show more content…
They believe Henry is stupid, and think that they will be shown mercy after trying to kill him. This is shown in the line “And do submit me to your highnesses mercy”. Shakespeare appeals to the audiences emotions in this statement. The three traitors believe that, although they tried to kill Henry, he will forgive them and let them walk free. Henry, however, show’s he is a good leader by refusing them mercy.
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In Act I, Scene ii and Act II, Scene ii, Shakespeare uses props and dramatic devices to show Henry is an effective leader. In the first scene, Shakespeare uses the box of tennis balls to add suspense to the scene and make the audience pay attention. In the second scene, Shakespeare uses the letters Henry gives to Cambridge, Scroop and Grey, leaving the audience excited to see the reaction of the traitors. By using either of these techniques Shakespeare captures the attention of the audience and draws them into the story.
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Therefore, in conclusion, Shakespeare has presented Henry as a strong and wise leader, capable of defending his nation and the audience are confident that he will continue to lead throughout the play. These scenes foreshadow future impressive leadership later on in the
Another one of Henry’s admirable qualities is the self-control and restraint he shows by taking the Dauphins insulting gift and creatively turning it against him. This is shown in the line “this mock of his hath turned his balls to gunstones”. …show more content…
They believe Henry is stupid, and think that they will be shown mercy after trying to kill him. This is shown in the line “And do submit me to your highnesses mercy”. Shakespeare appeals to the audiences emotions in this statement. The three traitors believe that, although they tried to kill Henry, he will forgive them and let them walk free. Henry, however, show’s he is a good leader by refusing them mercy.
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In Act I, Scene ii and Act II, Scene ii, Shakespeare uses props and dramatic devices to show Henry is an effective leader. In the first scene, Shakespeare uses the box of tennis balls to add suspense to the scene and make the audience pay attention. In the second scene, Shakespeare uses the letters Henry gives to Cambridge, Scroop and Grey, leaving the audience excited to see the reaction of the traitors. By using either of these techniques Shakespeare captures the attention of the audience and draws them into the story.
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Therefore, in conclusion, Shakespeare has presented Henry as a strong and wise leader, capable of defending his nation and the audience are confident that he will continue to lead throughout the play. These scenes foreshadow future impressive leadership later on in the