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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters I through XIII.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. For what reason did Henry justify the execution of his father's two financial officers?
(a) For impersonating the King.
(b) For putting his father's immortal soul in danger.
(c) For betraying the trust of the English people.
(d) For treason.

2. Henry stated that when growing up, the young men around him didn't realize he was heir to the throne. What does Will Somers interject is the tendency of most kings?
(a) To kid themselves.
(b) To delude themselves.
(c) To punish themselves.
(d) To humble themselves.

3. To which group did Henry offer financial support after taking over the Privy Council?
(a) The clergy.
(b) The military.
(c) Architects.
(d) Artists.

4. As a child, what did Henry's mother have planned for his adult life?
(a) He would join the military.
(b) He would go abroad and marry a princess.
(c) He would enter the priesthood.
(d) He would serve his brother.

5. When his father died, how did Henry feel about becoming king?
(a) Nervous.
(b) Resentful.
(c) Unprepared.
(d) Excited.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. In what year did Henry VIII die?

3. After his brother's death, what statement did Henry admit "colors his entire life"?

4. What news did Will Somers tell Catherine about her parentage at the beginning of the book?

5. What health problem did Henry's father develop?

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