1. Who is Katherine's second choice on the list of visitors she provides to Cromwell when requesting Henry's permission?
(a) Norris.
(b) Chapuys.
(c) Mary.
(d) Weston.

2. When the novel Bring Up the Bodies begins, what season is just coming to an end?
(a) Winter.
(b) Summer.
(c) Spring.
(d) Autumn.

3. Gardiner tells Cromwell that that the word of a king contains great what?
(a) Resolve.
(b) Danger.
(c) Power.
(d) Meaning.

4. What is the Seymour family's residence called?
(a) Hampton Court.
(b) Kimbolton Hall.
(c) Wolf Hall.
(d) Richmond Palace.

5. Cromwell suggests to Jane that she should take what action if Henry tries to remove her clothing?
(a) Scream.
(b) Push him away firmly.
(c) Say a prayer out loud.
(d) Run.

Short Answer Questions

1. When Rafe thinks about Henry's dual nature, he considers which late character's comment that dealing with Henry is "like sporting with a tamed lion" (208)?

2. Who is Katherine's first choice when she begs Cromwell to ask Henry if she may see a particular visitor?

3. What is the first name of "Norris, the chief among the privy chamber gentlemen" (17) at Henry's side?

4. To whom does Cromwell write with news of Katherine's imminent demise in Part One, Chapter 3: Angels?

5. How many times does Cromwell claim to have handled snakes in the past?

(see the answer key)

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