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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Prologue and Part, Catherine of Aragon: Chapter 1, Arthur's Dearest Spouse and Chapter 2, The Princess in his Power.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of Catherine of Aragon's relatives is noted for leading armies on the battlefield?
(a) Her grandfather.
(b) Her mother.
(c) Her father.
(d) Her uncle.

2. After her husband's death, what did Catherine of Aragon often struggle to do?
(a) Feed herself and her servants.
(b) Forget her dead husband.
(c) Forgive the Tudor family.
(d) Get out of bed in the morning.

3. How long were Catherine and Arthur married before his death?
(a) Three years.
(b) Six months.
(c) One year.
(d) Two months.

4. What was the name of Henry VII's wife?
(a) Mary of York.
(b) Anne of York.
(c) Catherine of York.
(d) Elizabeth of York.

5. How old was Catherine when she traveled to England to meet her husband?
(a) Twenty years old.
(b) Twelve years old.
(c) Eighteen years old.
(d) Fifteen years old.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who was Catherine of Aragon's mother?

2. What does the author claim about much of what is widely-believed about Henry VIII's wives?

3. What troubled Catherine's parents' marriage?

4. After Arthur's death, what caused Henry VII to be displeased with Catherine's father?

5. Who is the author of "The Wives of Henry VIII"?

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