View a FREE sample

This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters XIV through XXVII.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of Henry's brothers was heir to become king before him?
(a) Charles.
(b) George.
(c) Frederick.
(d) Arthur.

2. What role did Henry note his father never assigned to any of his councilmen?
(a) Protector.
(b) Clerk.
(c) Head of State.
(d) First Minister.

3. Who did Henry ask to marry him after his father's death?
(a) Catherine Parr.
(b) Bessie Blount.
(c) Mary Boleyn.
(d) Katherine of Aragon.

4. What did Henry say brought him to Katherine's bed?
(a) Boredom.
(b) Desire for his wife.
(c) Kingly responsibility.
(d) Desire for an heir.

5. Katherine was left to rule England while Henry was at war, even though which country was making threats?
(a) Germany.
(b) Scotland.
(c) Ireland.
(d) Spain.

Short Answer Questions

1. What did Henry vow to do for his country on the day of his coronation?

2. What did Will Somers send to Catherine, even though she did not want it?

3. After being introduced to Thomas More, where did he and Henry spend an evening together?

4. What gift did Henry try to give More when he found out about his interest in the stars and constellations?

5. To which group did Henry offer financial support after taking over the Privy Council?

(see the answer key)

This section contains 236 words (approx. 1 page at 300 words per page) View a FREE sample