History Quiz On The Life Of Queen Anne Boleyn! Trivia Questions
Anne Boleyn died on 19 May. She is the second wife of King Henry VIII of England and mother of Queen Elizabeth I. The events surrounding his marriage to Anne prompt him to break with the Roman Catholic Church and brought about the English Reformation. This short quiz will test your knowledge of what you know about Anne Boleyn.
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When did the Pope decree sentences of excommunication against Henry?
- A.
After the death of Catherine of Aragon
- B.
After Archbishop Thomas Cranmer declared Henry and Anne's marriage valid
- C.
After the coronation of Elizabeth II
- D.
After the birth of Elizabeth II
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B. After Archbishop Thomas Cranmer declared Henry and Anne's marriage validExplanation
After Archbishop Thomas Cranmer declared Henry and Anne's marriage valid, the Pope decreed sentences of excommunication against Henry.Rate this question:
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- 2.
When was Anne Boleyn venerated as a martyr and heroine of the English Reformation?
- A.
After the coronation of Elizabeth II
- B.
After the coronation of Elizabeth I
- C.
After the death of Elizabeth II
- D.
After the birth of Elizabeth II
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B. After the coronation of Elizabeth IExplanation
After the coronation of Elizabeth I, Anne Boleyn was venerated as a martyr and heroine of the English Reformation. This is because Elizabeth I was Anne Boleyn's daughter, and she had a strong desire to legitimize her mother's position and reputation. Elizabeth I viewed her mother as a victim of political and religious persecution, and she actively promoted Anne Boleyn's image as a symbol of Protestant resistance against Catholicism. Therefore, it was only after Elizabeth I became queen that Anne Boleyn's reputation was rehabilitated and she was celebrated as a martyr and heroine.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Who is Thomas Howard?
- A.
Anne's brother
- B.
Anne's father
- C.
Anne's Cousin
- D.
Anne's Uncle
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D. Anne's UncleExplanation
Thomas Howard is Anne's uncle because he is a male relative of Anne's, but not her father, brother, or cousin.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Which of the following is among jury of peers that tried Anne Boleyn?
- A.
Patrick McGoohan
- B.
Thomas Howard
- C.
Thomas Boleyn
- D.
John McCain
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B. Thomas HowardExplanation
Thomas Howard is among the jury of peers that tried Anne Boleyn. Thomas Howard was the Duke of Norfolk and held a prominent position in the English court during the reign of King Henry VIII. He was also Anne Boleyn's uncle. As a member of the nobility, Thomas Howard would have been considered a peer and therefore eligible to serve on the jury for Anne Boleyn's trial.Rate this question:
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- 5.
When was she found guilty of all charges against her?
- A.
March 13
- B.
February 12
- C.
May 15
- D.
April 11
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C. May 15 -
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Which of the following was the Earl of Ormond?
- A.
George Boleyn
- B.
Anne Boleyn
- C.
Elizabeth Howard
- D.
Jane Seymour
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C. Elizabeth HowardExplanation
Elizabeth Howard was the Earl of Ormond. The Earl of Ormond is a title that is typically held by a male, but in this case, Elizabeth Howard, a female, held the title. This was an unusual occurrence, as women were typically not granted titles of nobility during this time period. However, Elizabeth Howard was granted the title due to her marriage to Thomas Boleyn, who held the position of Earl of Ormond.Rate this question:
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- 7.
When was Anne Boleyn investigated for high treason?
- A.
1546
- B.
1526
- C.
1516
- D.
1536
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D. 1536Explanation
Anne Boleyn was investigated for high treason in 1536. This was a significant year in her life as it marked the downfall of her marriage to King Henry VIII. She was accused of adultery, incest, and plotting to kill the king. The investigation led to her arrest, trial, and subsequent execution. This event had a profound impact on English history, as it marked the end of the Tudor dynasty and the beginning of the reign of Henry VIII's third wife, Jane Seymour.Rate this question:
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- 8.
When did Henry started courting Jane Seymour?
- A.
May 2
- B.
May 18
- C.
May 1
- D.
May 5
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A. May 2Explanation
Henry started courting Jane Seymour on May 2.Rate this question:
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- 9.
How many miscarriages did Anne Boleyn had?
- A.
4
- B.
3
- C.
7
- D.
8
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B. 3Explanation
Anne Boleyn had three miscarriages.Rate this question:
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- 10.
When was Elizabeth I born?
- A.
March 13
- B.
June 17
- C.
September 7
- D.
October 5
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C. September 7Explanation
Elizabeth I was born on September 7.Rate this question:
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