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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Queen and Mother.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which country's quest for independence did France become embroiled in during the first decade of Antoinette's rule?
(a) America.
(b) Ireland.
(c) Spain.
(d) Portugal.

2. Throughout his life, who did Joseph claim was his favorite sister?
(a) Antoinette.
(b) Caroline.
(c) Elizabeth.
(d) Teresa.

3. Which of the following famous musicians reportedly asked for Antoinette's hand in marriage?
(a) Mozart.
(b) Pachebel.
(c) Bethoven.
(d) Bach.

4. What was Prince Luis de Rohan well known for at the time of Antoinette's arrival in France?
(a) Womanizing.
(b) All of these answers are true.
(c) Gossiping.
(d) Gambling.

5. What was the name of Antoinette's beloved pet pug?
(a) Drops.
(b) Mops.
(c) Hops.
(d) Pops.

Short Answer Questions

1. How old was Antoinette when she became betrothed to Louis XVI?

2. How did Antoinette's appearance change in the year 1785?

3. Which of Antoinette's family members accused her of having "lost her bloom" at the tender age of fifteen?

4. What is the name of the spy Maria Teresa sent to court to keep notes on Antoinette?

5. Which of the following adjectives did Joseph use to describe Antoinette when he first came to visit her after her marriage to Louis XVI?

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