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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. Why didn't the Italian doctor inform the court of Edward VI's condition?
(a) Because it was treason to predict the death of the king.
(b) Because the court was out of session during the king's trip.
(c) Because the king insisted his condition remain a secret.
(d) Because he wasn't confident that his diagnosis was correct.

2. What was Elizabeth's response to John Dudley, Earl of Warwick and Duke of Northumberland's bribe to have her relinquish her claim to the throne?
(a) She said she would do it.
(b) She said she wouldn't do it unless he gave up power.
(c) She said she wouldn't do it.
(d) She said she wouldn't do it unless her sister did.

3. On what grounds did Henry divorce Katherine of Aragon?
(a) The grounds that their marriage was faithless.
(b) The grounds that their marriage was loveless.
(c) The grounds that their marriage was incestuous.
(d) The grounds that their marriage was worthless.

4. How old was Katherine Parr when she became pregnant with her first child?
(a) 28.
(b) 42.
(c) 36.
(d) 19.

5. What was the motto Elizabeth adopted from Lady Tyrwhit, after Thomas Seymour's death?
(a) The Lord is my light.
(b) Evil to him who evil thinks.
(c) Be Always One.
(d) Faithful Forever.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was the name of the tutor Elizabeth persuaded her guardians to appoint?

2. What was the name of Henry and Katherine of Aragon's daughter?

3. What was Francis van der Delft planning before he was recalled home because of ill health?

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

5. What skill did Elizabeth posses that she was praised for, according to Weir?

Short Essay Questions

1. What did Mary press Edward Seymour, Duke of Somerset, to do and how did he respond?

2. What actions did Duke of Northumberland take after he betrothed Jane Grey to Guilford?

3. What were the consequences for Jane Grey after the arrest and death of Thomas Seymour?

4. How and why did Thomas Seymour attempt to court the king's favor against his brother?

5. How does Weir describe Mary's character and why is it significant?

6. After fleeing Kenninghall when it is set fire by Protestants, what did Mary tell her councilors and household and why was it significant?

7. What act was passed in March 1549 and who suffered from it?

8. What was Edward Seymour accused of that brought about a sentence of death by beheading, and what was the public's response?

9. Who did Mary solicit to help her escape England and how was it thwarted?

10. How did Jane Grey react to her ascension and why was it significant?

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