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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. In Section 4, while Arthur is being christened, what is the dress like that Elizabeth puts on?

2. In Palace of Sheen, Richmond, Summer 1486, who usually dines with Henry and Elizabeth?

3. In Westminster Palace, London, December 1485, what is the name of Queen Elizabeth's brother who dines with Elizabeth and her family?

4. In Sheriff Hutton Castle, Yorkshire, Autumn 1485, what does Elizabeth dream her son would be called?

5. In On the Great North Road, Autumn 1485, where does Maggie consider taking her brother, Edward?

Short Essay Questions

1. In Westminster Palace, London, March 1486, what does Elizabeth tell Henry that her father used to do when he had to listen to speeches?

2. In the summer of 1487 who is plotting against Henry?

3. What does Elizabeth say about marrying Henry when Margaret asks her if Elizabeth minds in Westminster Palace, London, December 1485?

4. In Coventry Castle, Summer 1487, how does Henry want his mother and Elizabeth to act while he is gone?

5. Why does Elizabeth tell Margaret that she and Edward will not dine with Henry and his court in Westminster Palace, London, December 1485?

6. In the summer of 1487 in Norwich, how do Elizabeth and Henry celebrate the feast of Corpus Christi?

7. In June of 1487 when Henry goes to battle, what does Elizabeth say to him before he goes?

8. What is the illness like that appears in Westminster Palace, London, Autumn 1485?

9. What does Elizabeth wear and how does she look on the day that she marries Henry?

10. In Westminster Palace, London, Christmas 1486, when does Henry say that he goes to see Arthur and what does he do there?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Queen Elizabeth and Lady Margaret had different methods for raising children. What does the author reveal about motherhood through the examples of these two women and the children that they raise?

Essay Topic 2

There are double standards for men and women in the novel. What are some double standards that Elizabeth deals with, and how do they complicate her life?

Essay Topic 3

Elizabeth tries to help Henry learn how to be a confident king. How do Henry’s fears and anxieties interfere with his ability to rule his country and inspire his people as a leader?

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