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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 14 and 15.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What of the following words does Erickson use to describe the young Louis?
(a) Brave.
(b) Self-conscious.
(c) Coarse.
(d) Supple.

2. Why was Necker forced out of the court?
(a) He stole money from court funds.
(b) He had an afffair with Antoinette.
(c) He tried to curb court spending.
(d) He bad mouthed the King.

3. What is Turgot's position in the court?
(a) Gun reloader.
(b) Finance minister.
(c) Chief advisor.
(d) Chief jester.

4. What is the name of the palace Louis and Antoinette move to?
(a) Versailles.
(b) Bastille.
(c) Royale.
(d) Roulette.

5. Why couldn't Elizabeth marry?
(a) She was too ill.
(b) She was too virtuous.
(c) She was too immature.
(d) She was too ugly.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why were court officials usually in debt?

2. What is Necker's position in the court?

3. What is the title of Artois's wife?

4. How does Erickson say Artois treated his brother in public?

5. What was Madame de Noailles position at the court?

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