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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. In which city did Antoinette spend her last days on Austrian soil?

2. How did France react to the birth of Antoinette's first child?

3. Which of Antoinette's brothers stood in as her by-proxy husband during the first wedding ceremony?

4. Which of Antoinette's new siblings-in-law was closest in age to her?

5. Which of the following vices did Antoinette fall into during the time she was not interested in producing an heir?

Short Essay Questions

1. What happened when a young boy was nearly run over by Marie Antoinette's coach?

2. What was Louis XVI's reaction to the public outcry when Marie Antoinette still failed to produce an heir to the throne?

3. What changes did Louis XVI make to the rules of child birth in the palace after Marie Antoinette gave birth to their first child?

4. What was Maria Teresa's royal title at the time of Marie Antoinette's birth?

5. How did Teresa show her motherly concern for Antoinette before shipping her off to strangers in France?

6. What was the first change Louis XVI made in the French court after being appointed as the king?

7. What did Marie Antoinette find most ridiculous about her new life in court?

8. What controversial move did Marie Antoinette make regarding her friends' position in court?

9. How did Antoinette's father, Stephen, die?

10. What was expected of Marie Antoinette and Louis XVI during their first night as a married couple?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Throughout the book, there are many instances of shocking death, often brought about by illness, that deeply affected Antoinette's life. Choose two examples of shocking deaths in the book and explain how these deaths came about. Then, describe how these deaths impacted Antoinette, both in her personal and political life. Then, explain whether or not you think these deaths could have been avoided, and how. Be sure to include examples from the text to help strengthen your arguments.

Essay Topic 2

One of the first changes made during the French Revolution was to overthrow the monarchy. First, describe why the French people were so disgusted with their king, Louis XVI. Do you think Louis XVI was a scapegoat for the frustration of the French people, or did his actions as king warrant his overthrowing? Then, describe how the French people managed to overthrow their king, and what effect this bold move had on the country's politics. Be sure to include examples from the text to help strengthen your arguments.

Essay Topic 3

Growing up, Marie Antoinette had fifteen siblings. First, describe the dynamic of a family that has so many children. How did Maria Teresa and Stephen manage to keep order in the house? What were the benefits for Marie Antoinette in having so many siblings? What were the downsides? How did Marie Antoinette's relationship with her various siblings help shape her as a future political leader? Be sure to include examples from the text to help strengthen your arguments.

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