The White Princess Test | Mid-Book Test - Hard

Philippa Gregory
This set of Lesson Plans consists of approximately 131 pages of tests, essay questions, lessons, and other teaching materials.

The White Princess Test | Mid-Book Test - Hard

Philippa Gregory
This set of Lesson Plans consists of approximately 131 pages of tests, essay questions, lessons, and other teaching materials.
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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. In The Tower of London, Spring 1487, what color roses do the people hope a new king will flood the world with?

2. In Westminster Palace, London, Autumn 1485, what is the name of Elizabeth maid who comes from a family of merchants?

3. In Westminster Palace, London, December 1485, how many courses are there for the dinner when Henry and his court come to eat with Elizabeth and her family?

4. In Westminster Palace, London, Christmas 1486, how is Cecily's groom related to Lady Margaret?

5. What is the weather like in St. Mary's in the Fields Norwich, Summer 1487, after Corpus Christi?

Short Essay Questions

1. In Westminster Palace, London, Christmas 1486, when does Henry say that he goes to see Arthur and what does he do there?

2. In Coventry Castle, Summer 1487, how does Henry want his mother and Elizabeth to act while he is gone?

3. What is the room like where Elizabeth will spend her confinement before and after her baby is born?

4. Why does Elizabeth tell Margaret that she and Edward will not dine with Henry and his court in Westminster Palace, London, December 1485?

5. What does Elizabeth wear and how does she look on the day that she marries Henry?

6. In Westminster Palace, London, March 1486, what does Elizabeth tell Henry that her father used to do when he had to listen to speeches?

7. What is Arthur's christening gown like?

8. Why does Henry's mother wait up for him every night?

9. What does Elizabeth's mother look like when Elizabeth is reunited with her in Westminster Palace, London, Autumn 1485?

10. What does Elizabeth say about marrying Henry when Margaret asks her if Elizabeth minds in Westminster Palace, London, December 1485?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Henry’s mother combines the white rose of the Yorks with the red rose of the Tudors. What is the symbolism of the white and red roses, and what does the Tudor rose symbolize when it is created by combining the two roses?

Essay Topic 2

Henry would not have married Elizabeth if she was barren. Why was having children so important, and how did children represent stability for their families?

Essay Topic 3

Henry is not respected by the people of England. Why does he not inspire trust in the people of England and why do the people of England not trust him?

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