Jane Boleyn, Lady Rochford
Test your knowledge on Anne Boleyn's famous sister-in-law!
- 1.
What was Jane's maiden name before marrying George Boleyn
- A.
Howard
- B.
Seymour
- C.
Grey
- D.
Parker
Correct Answer
D. ParkerExplanation
The question is asking for Jane's maiden name before marrying George Boleyn. The correct answer is Parker, as it is the only option provided that could be her maiden name.Rate this question:
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- 2.
When did Jane join Henry VIII's court?
- A.
1520
- B.
1519
- C.
1518
- D.
1522
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C. 1518Explanation
Jane joined Henry VIII's court in 1518.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Who was Jane's mother?
- A.
Elizabeth Boleyn
- B.
Alice St John
- C.
Cecily Neville
- D.
Maud Green Lady Parr
Correct Answer
B. Alice St JohnExplanation
Alice St John is suggested as the correct answer because she is the mother of Jane. The question asks for Jane's mother, and Alice St John is the only option that fits this criteria. Elizabeth Boleyn, Cecily Neville, and Maud Green Lady Parr are not mentioned in the question and therefore cannot be considered as Jane's mother.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Who was Jane's father?
- A.
Henry Carey Lord Hunsdon
- B.
Henry Parker Lord Morley
- C.
Henry Percy Earl of Northumberland
- D.
Thomas Boleyn Earl of Wiltshire
Correct Answer
B. Henry Parker Lord MorleyExplanation
Henry Parker, Lord Morley, was Jane's father.Rate this question:
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- 5.
How many of Henry VIII's wives did Jane serve?
- A.
2
- B.
1
- C.
6
- D.
5
Correct Answer
D. 5Explanation
Jane served as a lady-in-waiting to all six of Henry VIII's wives. She began her service with Catherine of Aragon, then served Anne Boleyn, Jane Seymour, Anne of Cleves, Catherine Howard, and finally Catherine Parr. Therefore, the correct answer is 6, not 5.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Jane was the mother of George Boleyn, Dean of Lichfield.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
The statement is false because Jane was not the mother of George Boleyn, Dean of Lichfield. Jane Boleyn was the wife of George Boleyn, who was the brother of Anne Boleyn, the second wife of King Henry VIII. George Boleyn and Jane Parker did not have any children together, and George Boleyn did not hold the position of Dean of Lichfield.Rate this question:
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- 7.
Which wife of Henry VIII did Jane die with?
- A.
Anne Boleyn
- B.
Katherine Howard
- C.
Jane Seymour
- D.
Catherine of Aragon
Correct Answer
B. Katherine HowardExplanation
Jane Seymour was the third wife of Henry VIII and the only one who died while giving birth to their son, Edward VI. Katherine Howard was the fifth wife of Henry VIII, who was accused of adultery and executed. Therefore, the given correct answer is incorrect.Rate this question:
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- 8.
When did Jane marry George Boleyn?
- A.
1524/1525
- B.
1521/1522
- C.
1526/1527
- D.
1529/1530
Correct Answer
A. 1524/1525Explanation
Jane married George Boleyn in either 1524 or 1525.Rate this question:
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- 9.
In the masque "Chateau Vert", performed in March 1522, which feminine virtue did Jane play the part of?
- A.
Kindness
- B.
Perseverance
- C.
Bounty
- D.
Constancy
Correct Answer
D. ConstancyExplanation
In the masque "Chateau Vert", Jane played the part of Constancy. This means that her character portrayed the virtue of being steadfast and unwavering in her beliefs and actions. Constancy is often associated with loyalty, commitment, and reliability. In the context of the masque, Jane's portrayal of Constancy likely contributed to the overall theme or message of the performance, emphasizing the importance of staying true to one's principles and remaining steadfast in the face of challenges or temptations.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Which of the following was a sister-in-law of Jane?
- A.
Madge Shelton
- B.
Jane Seymour
- C.
Grace Newport
- D.
Margaret Beaufort
Correct Answer
C. Grace NewportExplanation
Grace Newport was a sister-in-law of Jane because she was married to Jane's brother.Rate this question:
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