... two men play very important roles in influencing the person Prince Hal becomes. With this in mind, this essay will use textual analysis and exploration to demonstrate how Falstaff and King Henry's roles as father figures have influenced and shaped Prince Hal. In the beginning of the play one is introduced to Prince ... shaping of his own character even when Hal uses these traits in his rise from the streets to nobility. In Act I Scene II Prince Hal makes an important speech saying, "So when this loose behavior I throw off/ And pay the debt I never promised,/By how much better than my wor...

• Word Count: 1571
• Approx Pages: 6
• Grade Level: High School