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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 St. Mary's in the Fields, Norwich, Summer 1487, where do Henry and Elizabeth celebrate the feast of Corpus Christi?

2. How many sons did Queen Elizabeth have?

3. In Section 4, what is the name of the wet nurse for Elizabeth's baby?

4. To which saint does Maggie pray for her brother in Palace of Sheen, Richmond, Spring 1487?

5. In On the Great North Road, Autumn 1485, where does Maggie consider taking her brother, Edward?

Short Essay Questions

1. In Westminster Palace, London, November 1485, how does Elizabeth describe Henry Tudor?

2. In the summer of 1487 in Norwich, how do Elizabeth and Henry celebrate the feast of Corpus Christi?

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

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

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

6. Why does Elizabeth have nightmares about darkness and crowded rooms?

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

8. In Sheriff Hutton Castle, Yorkshire, Autumn 1485, what does Elizabeth dream?

9. Who was St. Margaret of Hungary?

10. Who is John Morton?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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?

Essay Topic 2

Elizabeth’s marriage to Henry was politically motivated. What role did politics in fifteenth century England play in the private lives of noble families and how were individuals expected to give their lives for political gain?

Essay Topic 3

Elizabeth tries to help Henry learn how to be a confident king. How do Henry’s fears and anxieties interfere with his ability to rule his country and inspire his people as a leader?

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