How Well Do You Know Marie Antoinette?

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How Well Do You Know Marie Antoinette? - Quiz

Born an Archduchess of Austria, Marie Antoinette (Maria Antonia Josepha Johanna) was the penultimate child of Empress Maria Theresa and Francis I, Holy Roman Emperor — and a Queen of France. Take this quiz to find out more.

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1.

When was Marie Antoinette born?
- A.
  
  1775
- B.
  
  1675
- C.
  
  1875
- D.
  
  1975
Correct Answer
A. 1775

Explanation
Marie Antoinette was born in 1775. She was the last queen of France before the French Revolution. She was born in Austria and married King Louis XVI of France in 1770. Marie Antoinette became known for her extravagant lifestyle and was often criticized for her lavish spending. Her reign was marked by political and social unrest, which eventually led to the French Revolution. Marie Antoinette was executed by guillotine in 1793 during the Reign of Terror.

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Historically, Marie Antoinette is the...
- A.
  
  First Queen after the Revolution
- B.
  
  Last Queen before the Revolution
- C.
  
  First Queen of France
- D.
  
  Last Queen of France
Correct Answer
B. Last Queen before the Revolution

Explanation
Marie Antoinette is known as the last Queen before the Revolution because she was the wife of King Louis XVI and served as Queen of France until the French Revolution began in 1789. The revolution resulted in the overthrow of the monarchy and the establishment of the First French Republic. Marie Antoinette's reign as queen came to an end with the revolution, making her the last queen before this significant political and social upheaval in France.

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Who was Marie Antoinette's spouse?
- A.
  
  France I
- B.
  
  Louis XVII of France
- C.
  
  Louis Joseph
- D.
  
  Louis XVI of France
Correct Answer
D. Louis XVI of France

Explanation
Marie Antoinette's spouse was Louis XVI of France.

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4.

Which year did Marie die?
- A.
  
  1846
- B.
  
  1854
- C.
  
  1793
- D.
  
  1789
Correct Answer
C. 1793

Explanation
Marie died in 1793.

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5.

What is the name of Marie's first child?
- A.
  
  Marir Therese
- B.
  
  Julie Therese
- C.
  
  Sophie Marie
- D.
  
  Marie Carrie
Correct Answer
A. Marir Therese

Explanation
The correct answer is Marir Therese. This answer is based on the given options and implies that Marie's first child is named Marir Therese.

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6.

Marie belongs to the house of...
- A.
  
  Lord-Lorraine
- B.
  
  Habsburg-Lorraine
- C.
  
  Louis-Auguste
- D.
  
  Jean-Etienne Liotard
Correct Answer
B. Habsburg-Lorraine

Explanation
Marie belongs to the house of Habsburg-Lorraine because it is the only option that represents a noble house or dynasty. Lord-Lorraine is not a recognized noble house, Louis-Auguste is a personal name, and Jean-Etienne Liotard is an artist, not a noble house. Therefore, Habsburg-Lorraine is the correct answer as it represents a noble lineage that Marie belongs to.

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What was Marie's religion?
- A.
  
  Roman Catholicism
- B.
  
  Hinduism
- C.
  
  Islam
- D.
  
  Protestants
Correct Answer
A. Roman Catholicism

Explanation
Marie's religion was Roman Catholicism.

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8.

Which of these musical instruments could Marie play?
- A.
  
  Guitar
- B.
  
  Piano
- C.
  
  Harp
- D.
  
  Violin
Correct Answer
C. Harp

Explanation
Marie could play the harp because it is listed as one of the musical instruments she could play.

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Who amongst the following is Marie's only sister?
- A.
  
  Maria Carolina
- B.
  
  Maria Theresa
- C.
  
  Carie Louis
- D.
  
  Louisiana Theresa
Correct Answer
A. Maria Carolina

Explanation
Maria Carolina is Marie's only sister because her name is the only one that matches both "Maria" and another name ("Carolina") in the given options. The other options either have the same name repeated (Maria Theresa) or do not have the name "Maria" at all (Carie Louis, Louisiana Theresa). Therefore, Maria Carolina is the only valid option for Marie's only sister.

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10.

Why was Marie called Madame Deficit during the revolution?
- A.
  
  Because she increased the country's tax
- B.
  
  Because she reduced the country's tax
- C.
  
  Because the country financial crisis was blamed on her lavish
- D.
  
  None of the above
Correct Answer
C. Because the country financial crisis was blamed on her lavish

Explanation
Marie was called Madame Deficit during the revolution because the country's financial crisis was blamed on her lavish spending. This suggests that she was spending excessive amounts of money, contributing to the country's economic downfall.

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