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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Austrian Woman.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to popular rumors of the time, what was the true definition of the parties Antoinette privately hosted in the palace?
(a) Poker nights.
(b) Binges.
(c) Prayer meetings.
(d) Orgies.

2. Where was the young dauphin raised so he would not be seen by the public as he battled his illness?
(a) Bordeaux.
(b) Lille.
(c) Meudon.
(d) Alsace.

3. What did Antoinette most hate about mealtime when she first arrived at the French court?
(a) That she was watched while she ate.
(b) The rules of how to handle cutlery.
(c) The richness and denseness of the food.
(d) The sweet wine she was expected to drink.

4. Why didn't Antoinette want to purchase the elaborate piece of jewelry?
(a) Because she thought it was ugly.
(b) Because feathers and furs were more in fashion.
(c) Because France was in an economic downturn.
(d) Because it was considered ungainly for the queen to wear jewels.

5. How old was Antoinette when she became betrothed to Louis XVI?
(a) Twelve.
(b) Ten.
(c) Fourteen.
(d) Sixteen.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Which of the following female names was NOT included in the name of Antoinette's first-born daughter?

3. To which of the following European countries did Austria belong to at the time of Antoinette's birth?

4. How many children did Isabella of Parma produce before her death?

5. What country was Louis XVI from?

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