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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Scene 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why did the Pope refuse Henry's request to divorce Catherine?
(a) He did not want Henry running the church.
(b) He wanted the marriage to remain in tact.
(c) He wanted Catherine to request the divorce.
(d) He wanted more money from Henry.

2. What is the first thing More asks of his steward in the play?
(a) Some wine.
(b) Some water.
(c) A book.
(d) A pillow.

3. Where is the Common Man putting the things he is gathering up in Scene 5?
(a) A fire.
(b) A basket.
(c) An envelope.
(d) A box.

4. Who replaced Wolsey after his death?
(a) Beardall.
(b) Roper.
(c) Cranmer.
(d) More.

5. What is Wolsey requesting in the item he has More read when they meet together?
(a) A divorce for King Henry.
(b) A promotion for himself.
(c) A resignation for himself.
(d) A replacement for Catherine.

Short Answer Questions

1. What occupation does More think Richard should hold?

2. What does the Common Man say is the worst thing about the new Chancellor?

3. What did Wolsey die of?

4. Why did Henry marry Catherine?

5. What does the Common Man complain about in his second role?

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