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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. Why was Edward IV's marriage to Elizabeth Wydville scandalous?

2. For what crime was Clarence ultimately executed?

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

4. How was Buckingham rewarded for supporting Gloucester?

5. What two groups did Edward IV fail to unify before his death?

Short Essay Questions

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

2. What advantages did Richard gain by marrying Anne of Neville?

3. How did Gloucester eventually neutralize Hastings?

4. What were the two opposing sides regarding Gloucester's role as Protector?

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

6. During his life, which of Edward IV's brothers was the most power-hunger and why?

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

8. What was amazing about Gloucester and Buckingham's coup?

9. Why did the Queen have reason to fear Gloucester?

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

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.

Essay Topic 2

Richard III's usurpation was a carefully thought out plan.

1) How did he invalidate the Princes' claim to the throne?

2) How was Buckingham involved in the usurpation?

3) What tactics did Richard use to neutralize the Council?

Essay Topic 3

According to Sir Thomas More, Sir James Tyrell confessed to killing the Princes.

1) To whom does Tyrell confess this information?

2) Where and how does he claim the deed was done?

3) Where does he claim the Princes' bodies were buried?

4) What were Henry VII's motives for having Tyrell questioned?

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