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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2, Anne Boleyn: Chapter 6, A Fresh Young Damsel, Chapter 7, The King and His Lady, and Chapter 8, People May Grumble.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is blamed for Arthur's lifelong health problems?
(a) He was born prematurely.
(b) He had a chronic condition.
(c) He did not venture outside often.
(d) He did not eat healthy foods.

2. Which title did Henry bestow on his illegitimate son in Chapter 5?
(a) Duke of York.
(b) Duke of Lancaster.
(c) Duke of Cornwall.
(d) Duke of Richmond.

3. Why was Henry particularly happy about his child born in 1516?
(a) The baby was healthy.
(b) The baby was a boy.
(c) The baby had auburn hair.
(d) The baby was a girl.

4. Who was a marriage prospect that was considered for Anne?
(a) Sir John Cheke.
(b) Sir Piers Butler.
(c) Sir Robert Kett.
(d) Sir Henry Sidney.

5. Why was there particular pressure for Catherine of Aragon's pregnancy in 1518 to result in the birth of a boy?
(a) Boys were considered good luck.
(b) Henry wanted to have a son to bond with.
(c) Many monarchs around Europe had been welcoming sons.
(d) England would not be taken over by an outsider if a boy was born.

Short Answer Questions

1. Catherine of Aragon and Henry's firstborn son died of ___________.

2. Where was a tribunal held to investigate the legitimacy of the marriage between Catherine of Aragon and King Henry?

3. Why do historians wonder why Henry VIII married Catherine of Aragon?

4. In what year were Catherine of Aragon and Henry VIII married?

5. What position did Anne Boleyn's father hold?

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