In '2 Henry IV,' what is Prince Hal’s final act toward Falstaff after being crowned King Henry V?
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Correct answer: He rejects him publicly: 'I know thee not, old man'
The rejection of Falstaff is a pivotal moment signalling Hal's transformation into a responsible monarch. He must cast off his 'vanity' and the companions of his dissolute youth to govern the kingdom effectively.
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