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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters I through XIII.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How old was Henry when his father died?
(a) Fourteen years old.
(b) Seventeen years old.
(c) Nine years old.
(d) Twelve years old.

2. Where did Henry's brother, Arthur, die?
(a) A Welsh castle.
(b) Scotland.
(c) At home.
(d) An Irish monastery.

3. For what reason did Henry justify the execution of his father's two financial officers?
(a) For impersonating the King.
(b) For putting his father's immortal soul in danger.
(c) For betraying the trust of the English people.
(d) For treason.

4. To which group did Henry offer financial support after taking over the Privy Council?
(a) Architects.
(b) The military.
(c) Artists.
(d) The clergy.

5. Who did Henry ask to marry him after his father's death?
(a) Catherine Parr.
(b) Mary Boleyn.
(c) Bessie Blount.
(d) Katherine of Aragon.

Short Answer Questions

1. At age fourteen, why did Henry sign an annulment to his betrothal?

2. Henry stated that when growing up, the young men around him didn't realize he was heir to the throne. What does Will Somers interject is the tendency of most kings?

3. Who did Henry say was visibly relieved by his first marriage?

4. Which of Henry's brothers was heir to become king before him?

5. How did Henry's mother die?

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