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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 the early 1520s, what became apparent about Catherine of Aragon?

2. Which of Catherine of Aragon's relatives is noted for leading armies on the battlefield?

3. What was Arthur's title?

4. Why was there particular pressure for Catherine of Aragon's pregnancy in 1518 to result in the birth of a boy?

5. What did Catherine of Aragon continue to do for Henry though he sought a divorce?

Short Essay Questions

1. When did Catherine of Aragon and Henry VIII marry? What happened to Catherine quickly after?

2. What was the result of Catherine's first two pregnancies?

3. What did Catherine of Aragon say in her speech at the tribunal at Blackfriars in 1529?

4. What did Cardinal Wolsey suggest Catherine of Aragon should do when Henry decided to end their marriage?

5. Even though their marriage was deteriorating, what did Catherine of Aragon continue to make for Henry? How did Anne Boleyn feel about this?

6. Who were Catherine of Aragon's parents? What is noted about her mother?

7. What is questioned about Catherine of Aragon and Prince Arthur's wedding night? Why?

8. Where and when did Catherine marry Arthur? Who is noted as having attending their wedding?

9. What meeting between France and England occurred around 1520? Whom might Henry have met at this meeting?

10. What pressure was on Catherine of Aragon in 1518?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Compare and contrast the relationship that Catherine of Aragon and Anne Boleyn had with the King's court and the public. Why was their experience with these groups so different? How did it affect their time as Queen?

Essay Topic 2

Discuss Henry's desire for a male heir. Why did he want a male heir? Why was his son Henry Fitzroy not an ideal candidate? How did his desire for a male heir affect his life, his reign, and England as a whole?

Essay Topic 3

Describe the conclusion of "The Wives of Henry VIII." What happens at the end of the book? Are there any unanswered questions? Are there any surprises at the end of the book? Why might Fraser have chosen to end the book where she does?

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