History Quiz On The Life Of Queen Anne Boleyn! Trivia Questions

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    When was Anne Boleyn venerated as a martyr and heroine of the English Reformation?

    • After the coronation of Elizabeth II
    • After the coronation of Elizabeth I 
    • After the death of Elizabeth II
    • After the birth of Elizabeth II
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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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  • 2. 
    When did the Pope decree sentences of excommunication against Henry?  - ProProfs

    When did the Pope decree sentences of excommunication against Henry? 

    • After the death of Catherine of Aragon 

    • After Archbishop Thomas Cranmer declared Henry and Anne's marriage valid 

    • After the coronation of Elizabeth II

    • After the birth of Elizabeth II

    Correct Answer
    A. After Archbishop Thomas Cranmer declared Henry and Anne's marriage valid 
    Explanation
    After Archbishop Thomas Cranmer declared Henry and Anne's marriage valid, the Pope decreed sentences of excommunication against Henry.

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  • 3. 
    Who is Thomas Howard? - ProProfs

    Who is Thomas Howard?

    • Anne's brother

    • Anne's father

    • Anne's Cousin

    • Anne's Uncle

    Correct Answer
    A. Anne's Uncle
    Explanation
    Thomas Howard is Anne's uncle because he is a male relative of Anne's, but not her father, brother, or cousin.

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  • 4. 
    When was she found guilty of all charges against her? - ProProfs

    When was she found guilty of all charges against her?

    • March 13 

    • February 12

    • May 15

    • April 11

    Correct Answer
    A. May 15
  • 5. 
    When was Anne Boleyn investigated for high treason? - ProProfs

    When was Anne Boleyn investigated for high treason?

    • 1546

    • 1526

    • 1516

    • 1536

    Correct Answer
    A. 1536
    Explanation
    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.

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  • 6. 
    How many miscarriages did Anne Boleyn had? - ProProfs

    How many miscarriages did Anne Boleyn had?

    • 4

    • 3

    • 7

    • 8

    Correct Answer
    A. 3
    Explanation
    Anne Boleyn had three miscarriages.

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  • 7. 
    When was Elizabeth I born? - ProProfs

    When was Elizabeth I born?

    • March 13

    • June 17

    • September 7

    • October 5

    Correct Answer
    A. September 7
    Explanation
    Elizabeth I was born on September 7.

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  • 8. 
    Which of the following is among jury of peers that tried Anne Boleyn? - ProProfs

    Which of the following is among jury of peers that tried Anne Boleyn?

    • Patrick McGoohan

    • Thomas Howard

    • Thomas Boleyn

    • John McCain

    Correct Answer
    A. Thomas Howard
    Explanation
    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.

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  • 9. 
    Which of the following was the Earl of Ormond? - ProProfs

    Which of the following was the Earl of Ormond?

    • George Boleyn 

    • Anne Boleyn

    • Elizabeth Howard

    • Jane Seymour

    Correct Answer
    A. Elizabeth Howard
    Explanation
    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.

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  • 10. 
    When did Henry started courting Jane Seymour? - ProProfs

    When did Henry started courting Jane Seymour?

    • May 2

    • May 18

    • May 1

    • May 5

    Correct Answer
    A. May 2
    Explanation
    Henry started courting Jane Seymour on May 2.

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