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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the difference between Gloucester's Protectorship and Duke Humphrey's?

2. When do most contemporary historians think Gloucester had made up his mind to usurp the throne?

3. How was Buckingham rewarded for supporting Gloucester?

4. What court faction was Clarence staunchly opposed to?

5. Who were the children of Edward IV and Elizabeth Wydville?

Short Essay Questions

1. How was Richard III formally asked to become King?

2. What does Weir theorize about Richard's deformity?

3. How did Gloucester back up his claim that Edward V was illegitimate?

4. Why did it make sense to house King Edward V in the Tower of London?

5. By the time he reached forty, what could be said of Edward IV's lifestyle?

6. How did Gloucester lull Rivers into a false sense of security?

7. Into what two groups does Weir break down those who write about the Princes in the Tower?

8. Who were Elizabeth Wydville, Queen of England's, two male children?

9. What, according to Weir, is most essential when discussing the mystery of the Princes?

10. How did Richard of Gloucester avoid becoming ensnared in the various court intrigues?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

When Richard III came to power, Elizabeth Wydville immediately fled with her children to Sanctuary.

1) Why did she do this? With whom did she stay?

2) How were she and Richard related?

3) What conflicts in their pasts did she fear he would seek retribution for?

Essay Topic 2

The genealogy of the royals in England is very complicated. Using the book and Weir's helpful chart, explain the claims to the throne of both the House of York and the House of Lancaster starting from Edward III. Which do you think ultimately has the better claim? Are either of these Houses still in power today?

Essay Topic 3

Richard III cultivated a pious image after his usurpation. How did this image contrast with his public image? Examine the following:

1) His public image in contrast with his private self.

2) His public image in contrast with his public deeds.

3) His public image in contrast with his promises to Edward IV.

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