Discussion Questions: Drama Based on Historical Characters: Henry Clay: The Mendenhall Incident
Why do you think George McGee chose to tell this story from Henry Clay’s life?How does Henry Clay feel about his country?What do you think about Clay’s response to Mr. Mendenhall and his justification for maintaining his slaves?How does the actor use the elements of drama?This scene includes one of Clay’s most famous quotes, “I’d rather be right than president.” What does this quote tell you about Clay?
