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The Reign of Elizabeth I 02

Queen Mary of Scots was executed at Fotheringay Castle. The photo shows masonry from the castle. (Photo courtesy of Kokai.)

The Reign of Elizabeth I 02

During her 45-year reign Elizabeth faced many threats to her throne. Try this second History quiz on the Reign of Elizabeth I about her life which mainly looks at her problems with Mary Queen of Scots.

Which of these options do you prefer?

  1. Which wife of Henry VIII was Elizabeth's mother?

  2. At what age did Elizabeth become Queen?

  3. Which relative did she succeed to the throne?

  4. Mary Queen of Scots was what relation to Elizabeth?

  5. Through whom did Mary believe she had a claim to the English throne?

  6. Which two countries did Elizabeth fear would ally with Mary?

  7. Which Italian nobleman famously supported Mary?

  8. Who was the chief spy who set a trap for Mary?

  9. A plot to murder Elizabeth and make Mary queen had what name?

  10. Mary Queen of Scots was executed at which castle?

Quiz written by Jan Crompton

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