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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 8, pgs. 308-348.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In what did Elizabeth I retain her independence from the Privy Council?
(a) Running Parliament.
(b) Vetoing decisions.
(c) Policy making.
(d) Finding a spouse.

2. Where did Mary leave for after learning of her impending arrest?
(a) Essex.
(b) France.
(c) Scotland.
(d) Norfolk.

3. Who was Elizabeth's companion even as his wife was in the country?
(a) Lord Sussex.
(b) Lord Norfolk.
(c) Lord Dudley.
(d) Lord Essex.

4. What did Cecil think was the only solution to squash Mary's claim to the throne?
(a) To execute her.
(b) To marry.
(c) To grant her a divorce.
(d) To name her illegitimate.

5. Who was the only person without any stigma of illegitimacy that could have access the throne?
(a) Philip of Spain.
(b) James of Scots.
(c) The Dowager Queen.
(d) Mary of the Scots.

Short Answer Questions

1. What did Elizabeth I say she would refuse to give her husband?

2. Who hosted lavish parties in order to impress the Queen?

3. Who continued his pursuit of Elizabeth I as she was looking for a husband?

4. What capacity was Sir William Cecil appointed to?

5. Who pressured Elizabeth I to marry and name a successor?

(see the answer key)

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