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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. To whom is Aubrey de Mara taking a message in Chapter 9?
(a) Llewleyn ab Iowerth.
(b) Thomas Corbet.
(c) William de Braose.
(d) Eleanor of Aquitaine.

2. What castle falls to King Philip in Chapter 40 that leaves King John wondering if his people will betray him?
(a) Windsor Castle.
(b) Dover Castle.
(c) Rochester Castle.
(d) Nottingham Castle.

3. Why did the Pope place France under Interdict after King Philip's marriage to the Duke of Meran's daughter?
(a) King Philip had been excommunicated.
(b) King Philip was already married.
(c) King Philip refused to marry the Pope's neice.
(d) King Philip paid the Duke of Meran for his daughter's hand.

4. What does Llewelyn believe was John's motivation in his treatment of Arthur?
(a) Llewelyn believes John acted in a moment of thoughtless passion.
(b) Llewelyn believes John had nothing to do with Arthur's fate.
(c) Llewelyn believes John acted in cold, calculated cruelty out of revenge.
(d) Llewelyn believes John knew his actions were wrong and attempted to cover them up.

5. What does King John spend the final hours of his life doing?
(a) Writing a will.
(b) Regretting past mistakes.
(c) Praying for a recovery.
(d) Writing letters dictating orders for his successor.

Short Answer Questions

1. How much money does King John ask his old friend to pay to settle old debts in Chapter 23?

2. What is unusual about Joanna's labor that causes those caring for her to fear for her life in Chapter 24?

3. What weakness in the Welshman does Stephen de Hodnet believe Llewelyn is attempting to change in Chapter 11?

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

5. Who is Thomas Corbet?

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