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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Prologue and Part, Catherine of Aragon: Chapter 1, Arthur's Dearest Spouse and Chapter 2, The Princess in his Power.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Immediately after Arthur's death, whom was it suggested for Catherine to marry next?
(a) Prince Henry.
(b) A previous suitor from her homeland.
(c) King Henry VII.
(d) The King of France.

2. Which of Catherine of Aragon's relatives is noted for leading armies on the battlefield?
(a) Her father.
(b) Her uncle.
(c) Her grandfather.
(d) Her mother.

3. In what month did Catherine of Aragon and Arthur marry?
(a) September.
(b) May.
(c) February.
(d) November.

4. How long were Catherine and Arthur married before his death?
(a) Two months.
(b) Three years.
(c) Six months.
(d) One year.

5. What does the author claim about much of what is widely-believed about Henry VIII's wives?
(a) It is uninteresting.
(b) It is accurate.
(c) It is historically wrong.
(d) It is the tip of the iceberg of what is actually known about them.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who was Catherine of Aragon's father?

2. What did Catherine of Aragon deny about her marriage to Arthur until her death?

3. After Arthur's death, what caused Henry VII to be displeased with Catherine's father?

4. After his wife's death, some believed that Henry VII wished to marry __________.

5. After being stuck in England for many years, how did Catherine finally stand up to the King?

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