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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When did Elizabeth plan an expedition against Spain?
(a) 1560.
(b) 1587.
(c) 1589.
(d) 1588.

2. Who was named Regent of the Kingdom of Scotland?
(a) The Earl of Moray.
(b) The Earl of Strathmore.
(c) The Earl of Eglington.
(d) The Earl of Huntingdore.

3. What was the Queen's largest palace?
(a) Royal Pavilion.
(b) Richmond.
(c) Somerset.
(d) Savoy Palace.

4. What did the government fear Catholics would do in case of an invasion of England?
(a) Kill Elizabeth I.
(b) Side with Mary.
(c) Kill all of the Protestants.
(d) Side with the Pope against the Queen.

5. Why did Elizabeth I often change residences?
(a) Because of the threat of rebellions.
(b) Because of boredom.
(c) Because of the stench of the court.
(d) Because of the demand on the food supply.

Short Answer Questions

1. How old was Prince James when he was crowned?

2. Who did Elizabeth I send to Austria to negotiate with Archduke Charles?

3. When did Walter Raleigh receive titles and favors from Elizabeth?

4. Which author often performed for the Queen?

5. What country wanted Mary restored to the throne of Scotland?

Short Essay Questions

1. How many Catholics were executed under Elizabeth I's reign?

2. How did access to Mary tighten?

3. What did the English government assume about Catholicism according to Chapter 11?

4. What did Elizabeth Iwant for Prince James?

5. Who did King Henry of France have problems with?

6. Who was executed on June 2, 1572 and why?

7. Why did some question Elizabeth I's age?

8. Who died on September 4, 1588?

9. What was the plot uncovered in 1594 and who did it involve?

10. What did the Duke of Alencon send to Elizabeth I and why?

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