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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What was the reaction from the crowd that gathered to watch Louis' execution?
(a) They cheered.
(b) They prayed.
(c) They wept.
(d) They were silent.

2. What did the screaming mobs who frequently attacked the castle, demand?
(a) For the king to be reinstated.
(b) The elimination of the king.
(c) All of Antoinette's jewels.
(d) For the dauphin to be handed over to them.

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

4. What was the purpose of the attack on the castle which forced many nobles to flee their home?
(a) To kidnap the dauphin.
(b) To steal Antoinette's jewels.
(c) To assassinate the king.
(d) To search for food.

5. Which of the following famous artists visited Antoinette during her first pregnancy with the hopes of earning her patronage?
(a) Beethoven.
(b) Mozart.
(c) Vincent Van Gogh.
(d) Leonardo Di Vinci.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following adjectives did NOT describe Louis XVI when Antoinette first met him?

2. During which season was the royal family allowed to make their first vacation since being put into exile?

3. Where was the young dauphin raised so he would not be seen by the public as he battled his illness?

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

5. How was Louis executed?

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