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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part Two/Ten.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is Hugh confident he'll return by May?
(a) He's certain that it won't take long to beat
(b) He's certain that the Castilians can't fight in warmer weather
(c) His contract prevents him from fighting any longer
(d) He went to a fortune teller who said that the Castilians won't last long

2. What mode of transport does Katherine use when leaving the convent?
(a) None. She walks.
(b) Horse
(c) Horse and buggy
(d) A pumpkin-shaped carriage

3. Who or what are the "four dread horsemen of the Apocalypse"?
(a) Famine, War, Sloth and Hanging
(b) Famine, War, Pestilence and Death
(c) There are really only two: Famine and War
(d) Peace, Love, Understanding and Wisdom

4. What important event takes place in April 1369?
(a) Castile is declared the capital of continental Europe
(b) England declares war with France again
(c) The king gets the bishop to stop the rain from falling
(d) France surrenders to England

5. What does Roger DeCheyne ask Katherine for?
(a) A blessing before battle
(b) A promise to leave Hugh if he wins the joust
(c) A big wet kiss
(d) A token for luck

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Katherine decide to ride her horse to visit the Duchess of Lancaster?

2. Why do the servants resent the pregnant Katherine?

3. After the queen finally meets Katherine, what does she order for the convent?

4. What does Katherine try to prevent the servants from doing shortly before she gives birth?

5. Why does Hugh order Katherine to stay away from Nichola?

(see the answer key)

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