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Read the following excerpt and explain who said it and in what context. Then translate.

“Well, for the two of them, I know them to be as true-bred cowards as ever turned back; and for the
third, if he fight longer than he sees reason, I’ll forswear arms."

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Answer:

The excerpt shown above was spoken by Poin and shows the moment when he plans to steal a group of wealthy travelers and says he will not be in danger because the travelers are cowards.

Step-by-step explanation:

Poin is a character in "Henry IV," a play written by Shakespeare. In the excerpt presented above, we can see Poins, showing Prince Harry his plans to steal a group of wealthy travelers. he wants to hide after the theft and enjoy the riches he stole. At that point, Poins claims that two of the travelers are cowards, but that if one of them is brave, he does not intend to fight.

Prince Harry is not very committed to the social position he has and is more willing to enjoy his youth on adventures like that.

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