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Henry IV, Part II · Character

Mistress Ursula

An old woman Falstaff once swore to marry, mentioned in passing.

minor

Also known as Ursula, old Mistress Ursula

First appearance: act ii scene iv

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  • King's loyal knights and messengers
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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.

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  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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