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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Austrian Woman.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How did Antoinette respond the first time Louis questioned whether or not she loved him.
(a) She assured him that she did.
(b) She ignored his question completely.
(c) She told him the truth - that she did not.
(d) She laughed in his face.

2. What was Marie Antoinette's nickname upon birth?
(a) The little archduchess.
(b) The little princess.
(c) The little lady-in-waiting.
(d) The little queen.

3. How was Louis executed?
(a) He was beheaded.
(b) He was shot.
(c) He was hanged.
(d) He was drown.

4. How old was Antoinette when she became betrothed to Louis XVI?
(a) Fourteen.
(b) Twelve.
(c) Ten.
(d) Sixteen.

5. Which of Antoinette's friends was rumored to be the father of her children?
(a) Fersen.
(b) Stephen.
(c) There were no rumors of paternity.
(d) Count de Lamballe.

Short Answer Questions

1. During which Christian holiday did the Contesse de Noailles hold a dance party in her apartment?

2. How did Antoinette react to the news that she was officially queen of France?

3. What was the name of Antoinette's personal advisor who delivered the news of Teresa's death?

4. Which of the following vices did Antoinette fall into during the time she was not interested in producing an heir?

5. How did Antoinette's appearance change during the years when she was in exile?

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