Henry IV illustrates what can happen when people decide their own fate. Hal had the opportunity to become King but he also was given the option of hanging around with the pub crawlers for the rest of his life. Although the latter would have been extremely looked down upon and disappointed his father greatly, if it was what he truly wanted it would have been possible. Rather, Hal decided to become the great king he knew he was capable of being. Through his own action, Hal became a brave warrior and gained respect by not only saving his father's life but also by defeating his enemy. Hal decided his own destiny, it was not determined for him.
"And God forgive them that so mcuh have swayed Your Majesty's good thoughts away from me. I willl redeem all this on Percy's head, And, in the closing of some glorious day, Be bold to tell you that I am your son,"Act 3 Scene 2 Lines 135-139
"Hold up thy head, vile Scot, or thou art like Never to hold it up again... it is the prince of Wales that threatens thee "
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