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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 22.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When a comet appears over London, what do many people believe it heralds?
(a) The death of some great person.
(b) The coming of great prosperity.
(c) The coming of war.
(d) The coming of the plague.

2. What kind of stockings does Mrs. Montagu give Queen Elizabeth in 1560?
(a) Taffeta stockings.
(b) Knitted silk stockings.
(c) Wool stockings.
(d) Worsted stockings.

3. What invasion is Mary Stuart anticipating at the beginning of Chapter 22?
(a) An invasion of Scotland by Queen Elizabeth.
(b) An invastion of France by Scotland.
(c) An invasion of England on her behalf by Spain.
(d) An invastion of England by Scottish Lords.

4. How does the author say teeth are cleaned during Queen Elizabeth's lifetime?
(a) Teeth were never cleaned then.
(b) By rubbing them with a cloth and using a toothpick.
(c) By using a toothbrush just like people today use.
(d) By rinsing the mouth with water and salt.

5. What does the author say hair is washed with during Queen Elizabeth's lifetime?
(a) Honeysuckle.
(b) Lye.
(c) Olive oil.
(d) Lavender and roses.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is Queen Elizabeth called "Queen of the Sea?"

2. What are pearls said to symbolize?

3. During her era, what is unusual about the way Queen Elizabeth bathes?

4. Who is assassinated in 1584?

5. How does Queen Elizabeth revive the Royal Navy?

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