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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. During the upheaval in France, which country begged to have France come to their aid during battle, but the French government had to refuse?
(a) Germany.
(b) Austria.
(c) England.
(d) Spain.

2. How many years after Antoinette's execution did Fersen die?
(a) Eleven.
(b) Two.
(c) Seventeen.
(d) Twenty.

3. Who was Antoinette accused of having a sexual relationship with during her trial, causing her to lash out at her captors?
(a) Her uncle.
(b) Her brother.
(c) Her father.
(d) Her son.

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

5. Who was the only member of the family that held out hope that the young dauphin would survive his childhood?
(a) Marie Therese.
(b) Antoinette.
(c) Caroline.
(d) Louis.

Short Answer Questions

1. During the mob attack in the castle, how did Antoinette and the children escape?

2. Which of the following item carriage items broke, slowing down Antoinette's escape from exile?

3. What did the screaming mobs who frequently attacked the castle, demand?

4. What nickname was the young dauphin given by those in favor of keeping the monarchy?

5. How did Antoinette's dress change in the year 1785?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why didn't Marie Antoinette ever escape life in exile when she was given the opportunity?

2. Why did Antoinette find it immediately necessary to produce a second heir to the throne?

3. What was the reaction from the people when Louis XVI was executed?

4. How did Sophie die?

5. What was the reaction from the public when they heard that Louis XVI had returned to the throne?

6. Why was Marie Antoinette's trial and execution considered to be a historic event?

7. How did Antoinette find herself in a position where she had to make important decisions about the French government during the political upheaval?

8. What controversial decision did the Pope make after Louis XVI's death, and how was it received by the public?

9. How did Antoinette change in the year of her thirtieth birthday?

10. What was life like for Antoinette in the first few months of her imprisonment?

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