2. Why does Arthur note he is feeling kindly toward his wife in Chapter 4?
(a) The weather has finally turned pleasant.
(b) It is their anniversary.
(c) It is her birthday.
(d) It is Christmas.

3. Whom is Catalina traveling with at the beginning of the novel?
(a) A group of nuns.
(b) Royal guards.
(c) A governess.
(d) Her parents.

4. What does Catalina know appeals to Doña Elvira?
(a) Power.
(b) Fame.
(c) Trickery.
(d) Intrigue.

5. What does Catalina say she must do before going to bed in Chapter 4?
(a) Pray.
(b) Change her clothes.
(c) Write a letter.
(d) Bathe.

Short Answer Questions

1. What issue does Catalina ask Lady Margaret for advice about?

2. What is Catalina given to survive on while living on the Strand?

3. How does King Henry feel about the chance that Catalina is pregnant?

4. Who is Catalina's father?

5. Why does Catalina show her sister-in-law the sapphire necklace?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is promised by the conquering Spaniards in "Granada"?

2. For what reason does Catalina tell Doña Elvira she never said anything about her unconsummated marriage?

3. What does King Henry note about his wife Elizabeth in "London, 14th November, 1501"?

4. Why is Catalina fearful of meeting Lady Margaret Pole?

5. Why does Henry decide to send Arthur away in "London, 14th November, 1501"?

6. What is Arthur's final request of Catalina before his death?

7. What does Harry present Catalina with as a wedding gift? What does he ask for in turn?

8. Whom does Catalina send for immediately upon returning to Croydon Palace after Arthur's death?

9. What does King Henry fear about Catalina before he meets her?

10. Why does Margaret think Arthur and Catalina should be sent together to Ludlow Castle?

(see the answer keys)

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