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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. Why wouldn't Antoinette's brother help his sister and her family out of exile?

2. In what year was Antoinette executed?

3. How old was Marie Therese when she died?

4. Who was Antoinette's second son given to immediately after his birth?

5. What type of prisoners were held in "The Conciergerie"?

Short Essay Questions

1. How did Antoinette find herself in a position where she had to make important decisions about the French government during the political upheaval?

2. Why was Marie Antoinette's trial and execution considered to be a historic event?

3. How was Antoinette recaptured during her one escape attempt from imprisonment?

4. What was the reaction from the public when they heard that Louis XVI had returned to the throne?

5. How did the world react to the birth of the new dauphin, Louis Joseph?

6. Why didn't Marie Antoinette ever escape life in exile when she was given the opportunity?

7. What evidence was brought against Antoinette during her trial?

8. How did Antoinette's brother, Leopold, react to the news that Antoinette and her family were imprisoned?

9. What was the reaction from the people when Louis XVI was executed?

10. What was Antoinette's initial reaction to the news that she and her family would be relocated to Tuilieres?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Almost immediately after Antoinette rose to the French throne, the French economy took a huge hit leaving thousands of peasants destitute. First, describe how the French economy plummeted during Antoinette's rule and how that economic downturn affected Antoinette's popularity in France. Then, describe how Antoinette and Louis handled the regular uprisings from the French people that demanded change in power and economy. In your opinion, do you think Louis and Antoinette handled this problem well? Why or why not? Be sure to include examples from the text to help strengthen your arguments.

Essay Topic 2

Describe Marie Antoinette's formal education when she was a young girl. What subjects were most emphasized in her studies? Which were left out completely? In which ways was Marie Antoinette's success as a student reliant on her own determination, and when was success completely out of her hands? How can you see the effects of Marie Antoinette's education on her success as a political leader? Be sure to include examples from the text to help strengthen your arguments.

Essay Topic 3

Throughout the book, there are many instances of shocking death, often brought about by illness, that deeply affected Antoinette's life. Choose two examples of shocking deaths in the book and explain how these deaths came about. Then, describe how these deaths impacted Antoinette, both in her personal and political life. Then, explain whether or not you think these deaths could have been avoided, and how. Be sure to include examples from the text to help strengthen your arguments.

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