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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. What was Elizabeth's nickname for William Cecil, her Secretary of State?
(a) Book.
(b) Gypsy.
(c) Spirit.
(d) Pen.

2. How many wives did Henry VIII have throughout his lifetime?
(a) Five.
(b) Two.
(c) Three.
(d) Six.

3. On what day was Elizabeth's coronation ceremony?
(a) Sunday, January 15.
(b) Wednesday, April 17.
(c) Friday, September 2.
(d) Saturday, June 30.

4. Who was the Earl of Bothwell?
(a) He kidnapped and wed Elizabeth, formerly the Virgin Queen.
(b) He kidnapped and wed Mary and allegedly organized Darnley's murder.
(c) He was one of Darnley's best friends and trusted council members.
(d) He was the most powerful Earl in France.

5. At what age was Mary Stewart widowed?
(a) Twenty-five.
(b) Eighteen.
(c) Fifteen.
(d) Thirty.

Short Answer Questions

1. Since Amy was not welcomed at court, how did she spend her time?

2. What rumors persisted about the Queen and Robert Dudley?

3. Why was Norfolk committed to the Tower?

4. How did Elizabeth officially feel about Mary Queen of Scots' marriage?

5. What member of Mary Queen of Scots' entourage did Lord Darnley have killed?

Short Essay Questions

1. How was Mary's claim to Elizabeth's throne strengthened on June 19, 1566?

2. Why did Elizabeth allow Lord Darnley to go to Scotland?

3. What is one example in Chapter 4 of the Queen using her single status to protect the interests of her kingdom?

4. Why was Elizabeth so sensitive about the succession?

5. How did Amy Dudley's death affect her husband, Robert?

6. Who was suspected in his murder?

7. What were the Casket Letters?

8. During her coronation service, to whom was Elizabeth symbolically married?

9. What happened to Mary Queen of Scots secretary, Rizzio?

10. What is Alison Weir's point of view on the reign of Elizabeth I?

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