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Eleanor of Aquitaine and the end of Henry II's reign

The starter and exit quiz of the lesson “Eleanor of Aquitaine and the end of Henry II's reign”, from the unit “England under Henry II: how successfully did Henry reassert royal authority?” (Year 7 History) by Oak National Academy.

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12 questions

  1. True or false? Henry had his son Henry the Young King crowned king of England early to secure a peaceful succession.
  2. What action did Thomas Becket take upon landing in Kent after his return to England?
  3. True or false? Following the murder of Thomas Becket, the Pope excommunicated Becket.
  4. What does Henry's public act of penance reveal about the power of the Church during the medieval period?
  5. How did the Pope's support after 1172 affect Henry's position?
  6. Match the key words with the correct definitions.
  7. Match Henry II's son with their correct inheritance.
  8. What character trait did all of Henry II's sons inherit from their father?
  9. Who conspired in the revolt against Henry II, along with Eleanor of Aquitaine and her sons?
  10. What did Richard and John do after the deaths of Henry the Young King and Geoffrey?
  11. What role did Eleanor of Aquitaine play after her release from prison?
  12. How did Henry II react when he was forced to surrender to Richard from his deathbed?

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