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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book One, Chapters 38-42.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is Arthur's father?
(a) Richard, King of England.
(b) John, King Richard's brother.
(c) Llewelyn ab Iowerth.
(d) Geoffrey, King Richard's brother.

2. What is the nature of the falling out John has had in Chapter 22 with a long time friend?
(a) Land.
(b) Money.
(c) Jealousy.
(d) Greed.

3. What weakness in the Welshman does Stephen de Hodnet believe Llewelyn is attempting to change in Chapter 11?
(a) Their penchant for fighting amongst themselves.
(b) Their desire to expand their kingdom into Ireland.
(c) Their love of excessive drinking.
(d) Their inability to befriend the English crown.

4. Why does Eleanor of Aquitaine prefer that John be king over Arthur, as she states in Chapter 8?
(a) John has more experience at ruling a country.
(b) Eleanor believes she can influence John's decisions.
(c) John is her son, therefore more deserving.
(d) Arthur would be King Philip of France's puppet.

5. What has happened in the relationship between King John and William de Braose, his old friend?
(a) King Philip of France.
(b) Llewelyn of Wales.
(c) The Pope.
(d) William de Braose.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the name of Joanna and her husband's first child?

2. What does King John give to Llewelyn to prove his desire for peace in Chapter 38?

3. Why is Gwenwynwyn of Lower Powys arrested in Chapter 24?

4. What castle falls to King Philip in Chapter 40 that leaves King John wondering if his people will betray him?

5. How many years are King John and Isabelle married before a child is delivered into their union?

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