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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4, The Most Unstable Man in England.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why was it fashionable for courtiers to pursue arts and literature and not sports and tournaments when Edward VI reigned?
(a) Because Edward VI emulated his father and arts and literature were popular during the latter's reign.
(b) Because sports and tournaments were considered Catholic pursuits, not Protestant ones.
(c) Because arts and literature were considered Protestant pursuits, not Catholic.
(d) Because Edward VI did not want to emulate his father since sport and tournaments were popular during the latter's reign.

2. What was the name of the brother of Earl of Hertford who resented him for his power after Henry VIII's death?
(a) Thomas Seymour.
(b) Thomas Sumner.
(c) Thomas Sibley.
(d) Thomas Salisbury.

3. What was the name of Henry and Katherine of Aragon's daughter?
(a) Jane.
(b) Elizabeth.
(c) Anne.
(d) Mary.

4. Who did Thomas Seymour secretly marry in an attempt to gain leverage over his brother, the Duke of Somerset?
(a) Elizabeth I.
(b) Katherine Parr.
(c) Mary I.
(d) Anne of Cleves.

5. In addition to Charles V, who did Mary rely on for advice and protection?
(a) John Dudley.
(b) Edward Seymour.
(c) William Cecil.
(d) Francis van der Delft.

Short Answer Questions

1. After Henry VIII's death, who ascended the throne?

2. Who had to sign a document that declared that her mother's marriage to Henry VIII was unlawful?

3. Who did Thomas Seymour shoot when his armed men entered the king's chamber with a forged key?

4. What was the date that Thomas Seymour and his armed men entered the King's chamber with a forged key?

5. Which queen did Henry VIII annul his marriage to after only six months?

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