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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 3-4, Richard of Gloucester, Clarence and the Wydvilles.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What group was appointed to watch over the Prince of Wales until he reached adulthood?
(a) A group of German mercenaries.
(b) A legal team of Parliament lawyers.
(c) An elite team of knights including Arthur and Lancelot.
(d) A Council including the Queen, Richard, and Clarence.

2. Who wrote The History of King Richard III?
(a) Vergil.
(b) Sir Thomas More.
(c) Bernard Andre.
(d) Dominic Mancini.

3. What is Weir's theory about Richard's alleged physical deformity?
(a) She thinks it was absolutely true.
(b) She thinks it was a complete lie.
(c) She thinks it was exaggerated.
(d) She thinks it was his leg, not his shoulder.

4. Who were the children of Edward IV and Elizabeth Wydville?
(a) Henry and George.
(b) Edward and Clarence.
(c) Clarence and Richard.
(d) Edward and Richard.

5. What do most commentators and historians agree Edward IV's marriage was based upon?
(a) Mutual respect.
(b) True love.
(c) Politics.
(d) Lust.

Short Answer Questions

1. For what crime was Clarence ultimately executed?

2. During the time period, what did people think physical deformity meant about an individual?

3. How many legitimate children did Richard have?

4. Who was made Governor to the Prince of Wales?

5. How was Richard of Gloucester related to King Edward IV?

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