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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 December 1491, what port is loyal to Henry?

2. During the summer of 1493, to which castle does Henry move the court?

3. In Spring 1493, who is among those who slip away from England and go to Flanders?

4. In 1491, how rebellions does Henry say there have been in four years?

5. In 1491, how many days are spend merrymaking for Christmas?

Short Essay Questions

1. In the autumn of 1497, what does Henry tell Elizabeth she must do when he brings the boy to London?

2. In Westminster Palace, London, Autumn 1491, what does Henry say about Queen Elizabeth?

3. In 1494, what does Margaret learn when she visit her brother in the Tower?

4. In 1491, why is Margaret, Elizabeth's cousin, glad to marry Sir Richard Pole?

5. In 1496, who does the boy who claims to be Richard marry?

6. What does Elizabeth say to Lady Margaret in 1497 when London is attacked and Lady Margaret orders Elizabeth to stay?

7. What army does Charles of France send and where in 1491?

8. In 1492, what is Henry like after he marches on France and receives a promise that the boy will be turned over him?

9. How do the Scotch feel about England in 1488?

10. During Christmas 1488, what does Margaret tell Elizabeth about her brother Edward?

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

There are double standards for men and women in the novel. What are some double standards that Elizabeth deals with, and how do they complicate her life?

Essay Topic 3

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?

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