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. After her husband's death, what happened to Catherine of Aragon?
(a) She was exiled from court.
(b) Her dowry was returned to her and she was free to go.
(c) She was sent to her home country.
(d) She was betrothed to another.

2. After Arthur's death, what caused Henry VII to be displeased with Catherine's father?
(a) Catherine's father would not allow Catherine to remain in England.
(b) Catherine's father did not agree with Henry's politics.
(c) Catherine's father had not yet paid her dowry.
(d) Catherine's father would not accept Henry's bribe.

3. After his wife's death, some believed that Henry VII wished to marry __________.
(a) Catherine of Aragon.
(b) Catherine's mother.
(c) His mistress.
(d) The princess of Italy.

4. What was the aim of betrothing Catherine of Aragon to an English prince?
(a) To forge a treaty between their countries.
(b) To infiltrate the British Army.
(c) To follow through with an old promise between the countries.
(d) To have babies born on English soil.

5. What do historians question about Arthur and Catherine's marriage?
(a) Whether he could have children.
(b) Whether it was ever consummated.
(c) Whether they loved each other.
(d) Whether they lived together during their first year of marriage.