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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How was the Pope's decision to call Louis' death a martyrdom received by the French people?
(a) They were confused.
(b) They were outraged.
(c) They were saddened.
(d) They were pleased.

2. How old was Marie Therese when she was freed from exile in the towers?
(a) Seventeen.
(b) She was never released from the towers.
(c) Twenty-five.
(d) Thirty-two.

3. Which of the following facts is TRUE about Antoinette's second son's birth?
(a) He was born early.
(b) He was born late.
(c) He was underweight.
(d) He was overweight.

4. Which of the following men was stripped of his title in the court case following the purchase of Antoinette's jewelry?
(a) The Commander in Chief.
(b) The Cardinal.
(c) The Lord.
(d) The Duke.

5. Who did the young dauphin cry out for at night while in prison?
(a) His mother.
(b) His wetnurse.
(c) His father.
(d) His sister.

6. What elaborate and expensive piece of jewelry did Antoinette get in trouble for not purchasing?
(a) A pearl brooch.
(b) A ruby bracelet.
(c) An emerald ring.
(d) A diamond necklace.

7. During the mob attack in the castle, how did Antoinette and the children escape?
(a) Through the broken front gate.
(b) Through a secret passageway.
(c) Through the burned front door.
(d) Through the window.

8. Aside from execution, what was the other possible sentence for Antoinette's crimes?
(a) Execution was the only possible sentence.
(b) Pennance.
(c) Hard labor.
(d) Exile.

9. What was Antoinette's reaction to the news that nobility were being slaughtered all over the country?
(a) She was outraged and slapped the messenger.
(b) She was silent as long as her children were safe.
(c) She did not hear this news.
(d) She was confused, and repeatedly asked questions about the attacks.

10. How old was Sophie when she died?
(a) Nine months.
(b) Twelve months.
(c) Three months.
(d) Six months.

11. Which of the following people claimed that Antoinette had been "the model of queens and of women"?
(a) Fersen.
(b) Carolina.
(c) The pope.
(d) Marie Therese.

12. Which of Antoinette's brothers refuses to help when he hears that Antoinette and her family are in exile?
(a) Joseph.
(b) Max.
(c) Leopold.
(d) Ferdinand.

13. Who was Antoinette's second son given to immediately after his birth?
(a) The lady-in-waiting.
(b) The king.
(c) The governess.
(d) The queen.

14. Who did Antoinette successfully encourage to escape exile?
(a) Count Fersen.
(b) Joseph Weber.
(c) Marie Therese.
(d) Count Mercy.

15. What was the name of the palace where Antoinette and Louis were held during their exile?
(a) Palais de la Cite.
(b) Ancien Regime.
(c) Chateau de Fontainebleau.
(d) Les Tuileries.

Short Answer Questions

1. What part of the young dauphin's appearance was most affected by his disease?

2. What was the purpose of the attack on the castle which forced many nobles to flee their home?

3. How did life for Antoinette and her children change after Louis XVI's execution?

4. Which of Antoinette's siblings was "overcome with joy" at the news of the dauphin's birth?

5. Why didn't Antoinette want to purchase the elaborate piece of jewelry?

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