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The Wives of Henry VIII Fact-Matching Game

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Summoning Knowledge...

About This Challenge

Welcome to our fact-matching game where you will piece together important information fragments. In this game, players will use spells for hints and extra time to uncover key details and solve the mystery. Let’s dive into the world of historical intrigue and test your detective skills!

  • Players will unravel the mysteries surrounding the lives of the six wives of Henry VIII.
  • Explore historical documents and artifacts to uncover hidden clues about each queen’s fate.
  • Use your knowledge of history and critical thinking skills to piece together the puzzle and reveal the truth behind these infamous marriages.
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  • Catherine of Aragon was Henry VIII's first wife and the mother of Mary I.
  • Anne Boleyn was Henry VIII's second wife and the mother of Elizabeth I.
  • Jane Seymour was Henry VIII's third wife and the mother of Edward VI.
  • Anne of Cleves was Henry VIII's fourth wife, their marriage was annulled after six months.
  • Catherine Howard was Henry VIII's fifth wife, she was executed for adultery.
  • Catherine Parr was Henry VIII's sixth and final wife.
  • Henry VIII's marriages produced three children who became monarchs: Mary I, Elizabeth I, and Edward VI.
  • Henry VIII's divorce from Catherine of Aragon led to the English Reformation.
  • Anne Boleyn was executed on charges of adultery, incest, and treason.
  • Jane Seymour died shortly after giving birth to Edward VI.
  • Anne of Cleves remained in England after her annulment and was known as the 'King's Beloved Sister'.
  • Catherine Howard was just 19 years old when she married the 49-year-old Henry VIII.
  • Catherine Parr outlived Henry VIII and went on to marry two more times.
  • Henry VIII had a total of six marriages, making him one of the most married English monarchs.
  • Anne Boleyn's daughter, Elizabeth I, went on to become one of England's most famous monarchs.
  • Catherine of Aragon was originally married to Henry VIII's older brother, Arthur, who died young.
  • Jane Seymour is the only one of Henry VIII's wives to be buried beside him in St. George's Chapel at Windsor Castle.
  • Anne of Cleves outlived all of Henry VIII's wives and was given a generous settlement after their annulment.
  • Catherine Howard's alleged affairs took place before her marriage to Henry VIII.
  • Catherine Parr took a great interest in the education of Henry VIII's children and was a published author.

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