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1.
  HBO's "Elizabeth I" Part 3 of 4    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
The Earl of Leicester is dead, England won a battle against the Spanish and the Queen has a new favorite. What will happen now?
Tough, 10 Qns, valjoedg, Apr 17 18
Tough
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  HBO's "Elizabeth I" Part 1 of 4    
Multiple Choice
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HBO's version was most certainly more graphic than the BBC's version or the silver screen version but I love it nonetheless. Test your knowledge of the series.
Tough, 10 Qns, valjoedg, Apr 17 18
Tough
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  HBO's "Elizabeth I" Part 2 of 4    
Multiple Choice
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This is part 2 of 4. It consists of Mary Stuart, Leicester and of course the Enterprise of England. Enjoy!
Difficult, 10 Qns, valjoedg, Apr 17 18
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  HBO's "Elizabeth I" Part 4 of 4    
Multiple Choice
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This is the finale of a four part series. The House of Tudor is probably my favorite royal house. Elizabeth I is my favorite amongst them.
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trivia question Quick Question
Who died first following Essex's 'funeral'?

From Quiz "HBO's "Elizabeth I" Part 3 of 4"




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Elizabeth I Trivia Questions
1. Following Sir Francis Walsingham's death where was Essex sent, much to his delight?

From Quiz HBO's "Elizabeth I" Part 4 of 4

Answer: Ireland

The Queen appointed him as Earl Marshall of Ireland and he was ordered to crush the rebellious Earl of Tyrone. This never happened, much to Essex's chagrin. He made peace with Tyrone, much to the Queen's annoyance.

2. With whom did The Earl of Essex have a sword duel?

From Quiz HBO's "Elizabeth I" Part 3 of 4

Answer: Sir Walter Raleigh

It was Essex versus Raleigh during the Ascension Day celebration for the thirtieth year of Elizabeth on the throne. During the tournament, someone became a little nervous about Essex getting hurt.

3. Who spilled the beans regarding of the Earl of Leicester's marriage to Lady Essex?

From Quiz HBO's "Elizabeth I" Part 2 of 4

Answer: Simier

The author of the pamphlet lost his hand as a group of people, the Queen, Anjou, Simier and some of the Queen's court watched. Leicester had pointed that the people had little stomach for the marriage. Elizabeth then said she had little stomach for the people and disappeared into the palace. Simier then asked Leicester how his wife was. Elizabeth then appeared stunned and asked him if he was really married. Leicester was married to Elizabeth's cousin Lettice Knollys, granddaughter of Mary Boleyn Carey.

4. What was the doctor's name in the opening who was examining the Queen?

From Quiz HBO's "Elizabeth I" Part 1 of 4

Answer: Lopez

In order for the negotiations for the marriage of the Queen and Anjou to move forward the Queen was examined to prove that she could have children. The doctor told her, "All is as it should be, ma'am." Dr. Lopez told Walsingham and Burghley that she was "virgo intacto", meaning that she was a virgin.

5. Following his failure, when did Essex return to the Queen?

From Quiz HBO's "Elizabeth I" Part 4 of 4

Answer: Early morning

Essex appeared in the palace unannounced and without the Queen's permission. She hastily put on her royal night cap so Essex wouldn't see her without her glorious attire. In other words she didn't have her glorious gowns, wigs or makeup.

6. Who took Essex to his new rooms in the palace?

From Quiz HBO's "Elizabeth I" Part 3 of 4

Answer: The Queen

Elizabeth brought Essex to his new rooms that used to belong to the late Earl of Leicester. The pictures of Leicester's ancestors still hung on the wall in the room. During this private time, Essex and the Queen made out but the Queen ended it quickly.

7. When Elizabeth was shown a letter implicating Mary Stuart in a plot against her, what was on the letter?

From Quiz HBO's "Elizabeth I" Part 2 of 4

Answer: Gallows

Walsingham handed her a coded letter which his men intercepted with a gallows drawn on the letter. Elizabeth wondered if he, one of his men or Mary herself drew the gallows.

8. What did Walsingham call Mary, Queen of Scots?

From Quiz HBO's "Elizabeth I" Part 1 of 4

Answer: So-called Queen of Scots

Walsingham certainly didn't like Mary Stuart. He kept begging the Queen to do something about the "so-called Queen of Scots". She refused, saying "This is our cousin, Walsingham." Mary Stuart had abdicated her Scottish crown and possibly had something to do with the murder of her second husband. She also married the possible murderer of her second husband.

9. Who went with Queen Elizabeth to meet King James VI of Scotland?

From Quiz HBO's "Elizabeth I" Part 4 of 4

Answer: Robert Cecil

Elizabeth had arranged for someone to bring her a note so she could watch Cecil and James at her leisure. Cecil and the Scottish king then talked of the succession, the Queen and of course Essex.

10. Who was NOT a member of the Privy Council?

From Quiz HBO's "Elizabeth I" Part 3 of 4

Answer: The Earl of Essex

Robert Cecil had been appointed to the Council prior to Essex's appointment, much to his chagrin. It didn't take long for Essex to step on some toes, including the Queen's.

11. What did Mary wear at her execution?

From Quiz HBO's "Elizabeth I" Part 2 of 4

Answer: Red dress

The executioner removed her outer dark color dress that acted as a long jacket (for lack of the actual name). The dress was red, the color of a Catholic martyr. Someone in the crowd had mentioned that it was the color of a Catholic martyr.

12. Who kept the would-be assassin from Elizabeth?

From Quiz HBO's "Elizabeth I" Part 1 of 4

Answer: Leicester

Elizabeth and her court were walking about the gardens when the would-be assassin attacked. Despite his participation in the plot to put Lady Jane Grey on the throne, Elizabeth loved Leicester nonetheless. She kept Leicester close to her for the rest of his life despite a gap of banishment later on.

13. Where did Essex keep his letters from King James?

From Quiz HBO's "Elizabeth I" Part 4 of 4

Answer: In a pouch around his neck

Apparently the Queen had summoned Lady Essex (formally Frances Walsingham) and questioned her if her husband had received any letters from King James. Lady Essex then admitted to where the letters where and was left stunned in the hallway by the Queen. The Queen had left her there screaming for the guards as loud as she could.

14. After an argument with the Queen in full view of the Council, what did Essex do to the Queen?

From Quiz HBO's "Elizabeth I" Part 3 of 4

Answer: Turned his back to her

Elizabeth's response to Essex turning his back to her was to strike him with a balled up fist. Essex reached for his sword, saying he never would have taken that from her father.

15. Who was present at the execution of Mary Stuart?

From Quiz HBO's "Elizabeth I" Part 2 of 4

Answer: The Earls of Essex and Leicester

Leicester was the first one to sign the execution warrant and offered to witness the deed. With him was his stepson, the Earl of Essex. Leicester wondered if he could tell the Queen what happened and still keep her love.

16. According to Leicester, who in his family were traitors?

From Quiz HBO's "Elizabeth I" Part 1 of 4

Answer: Father and grandfather

Elizabeth visited Leicester in his apartments when Lady Essex and her son, the Earl of Essex came to visit. Elizabeth commented on the portraits of his ancestors on his wall and said that they were all traitors. He replied, "Only my father and grandfather, ma'am. The present generation is completely devoid of all treason."

17. What did the Queen revoke from the Earl of Essex?

From Quiz HBO's "Elizabeth I" Part 4 of 4

Answer: Tax on sweet wines

To prevent him from going to Lisbon, the Queen had given him the tax on sweet wines, something that was previously held by the Earl of Leicester. Following his unannounced return from Ireland and proof of having letters from King James, the Queen revoked the tax.

18. After quickly reconciling with the Queen, to where did Essex beg to go?

From Quiz HBO's "Elizabeth I" Part 3 of 4

Answer: Lisbon

He was in debt and needed the expedition to get out of debt, but the Queen forbade him to go. In an effort to keep him home, she gave him the taxes on the monopolies of sweet wine. After the Queen rose from bed the next day, he left without her blessing but came home covered with glory.

19. What military rank did Leicester hold?

From Quiz HBO's "Elizabeth I" Part 2 of 4

Answer: General

Elizabeth had called him a fireside general due to him losing the battle and returning slightly ill.

20. Who was met outside the palace near the water?

From Quiz HBO's "Elizabeth I" Part 1 of 4

Answer: Simier

Elizabeth and her entire court waited outside the palace waiting for the Duke of Anjou. Instead, Anjou's assistant, Simier, came with other members of Anjou's staff bearing the Queen some gifts.

21. At the trial, who questioned the Earl of Essex and the Earl of Southampton?

From Quiz HBO's "Elizabeth I" Part 4 of 4

Answer: Francis Bacon

Essex had brought him to court and at first they were friends. The Queen ordered Essex to court to attend a Council meeting and sent Bacon to tell him so. Not believing the summons, Essex imprisoned Francis Bacon at Essex House and Bacon never forgot it. Crossing his friend was a no-no and had he not done so he might not have received his fate. He might have received life in prison at the very least but now no one was on his side.

22. Following the Queen's fainting spell, who were initially blamed for her illness?

From Quiz HBO's "Elizabeth I" Part 3 of 4

Answer: The Spaniards

Walsingham, of course, always blamed the Spaniards but Essex blamed Doctor Lopez. He had tortured some men to prove Lopez was at fault for the Queen's fainting spell.

23. Where did Elizabeth make her speech prior to The Enterprise of England?

From Quiz HBO's "Elizabeth I" Part 2 of 4

Answer: Tilbury

There she made her famous speech and appeared to get help for the speech from Leicester and Essex. This is revealed during the conversation between the Queen, Leicester and Essex.

24. The would-be assassin, Gilbert Gifford, became a spy working for the Crown. Who was he talking to in an inn/bar?

From Quiz HBO's "Elizabeth I" Part 1 of 4

Answer: Babington and Ballard

In exchange for his life, Gilbert Gifford offered to become a spy under Sir Francis Walsingham's direction. He was acting as a spy with Sir Antony Babington and Father John Ballard.

25. What were the Earl of Essex's last words at his execution?

From Quiz HBO's "Elizabeth I" Part 4 of 4

Answer: "Executioner strike home."

Well it should have been choice "Do not punish my family for my misdeeds," but with one stroke Robert Devereux, 2nd Earl of Essex; stepson of The Earl of Leicester and last favorite of Queen Elizabeth I of England, was dead.

26. In an attempt to show how displeased the Queen was with him, what did Essex portray himself to be?

From Quiz HBO's "Elizabeth I" Part 3 of 4

Answer: Dead

During the 'funeral procession' Essex portrayed himself to be dead, complete with white and gray make up to make him appear dead. He had his arms crossed and his hands holding his sword. He was followed by a 'mourning' Earl of Southampton.

27. Who was deathly ill at this place following the victory?

From Quiz HBO's "Elizabeth I" Part 2 of 4

Answer: Leicester

Leicester was ill upon his return from the Low Countries and groaned a couple of times on his way to Tilbury. After it was proven that the English won the battle, Essex looked to his right for Leicester only to find him on the ground in pain.

28. Where was Anjou when he made his first appearance?

From Quiz HBO's "Elizabeth I" Part 1 of 4

Answer: On a boat

Anjou came to England in disguise and hid with a fake beard aboard the barge with the Queen. Elizabeth was delighted with the game of guessing who was Anjou.

29. With whom did Elizabeth have a touching conversation when she couldn't sleep?

From Quiz HBO's "Elizabeth I" Part 4 of 4

Answer: Robert Cecil

The Queen had asked Cecil if he was happy with his marriage. He responded that he was very happy and that she could overlook his deformity. It's been reported that Cecil had a hump on his back. In this series, Cecil was portrayed with the hump. In the Glenda Jackson version, he had one shoulder slightly higher than the other.

30. What game did Elizabeth invent while with Essex in her chambers?

From Quiz HBO's "Elizabeth I" Part 3 of 4

Answer: Essex's Follies

The rules were the Queen would take all the cards and Essex would try to take them by any means needed. They then ran around the Queen's chambers laughing, screaming with delight and smiling.

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