Lady Jane Grey: History & Facial Re-creations Revealed.

The video explores the life of Lady Jane Grey, who was unexpectedly thrust onto the English throne for nine days in 1553. Born in 1537, Jane was a descendant of Henry VII and became a devout Protestant under the wardship of Catherine Parr. Her marriage to Lord Guildford Dudley was politically motivated, aligning with the Protestant Duke of Northumberland. After King Edward VI's death, Jane was declared queen, but her reign was short-lived as Mary I claimed the throne. Jane was imprisoned, tried for treason, and executed in 1554. Despite her tragic fate, Jane is remembered as a Protestant martyr.

Who was Lady Jane Grey a direct descendant of?

• Edward VI

• Mary Tudor

• Henry VII

• Henry VIII

Under whose wardship did Lady Jane Grey grow up?

• Elizabeth I

• Mary Tudor

• Catherine Parr

• Anne Boleyn

Who did Lady Jane Grey marry?

• John Dudley

• Lord Guildford Dudley

• Edward VI

• Thomas Seymour

What was the public's reaction to Jane's ascension to the throne?

• They supported Mary Tudor.

• They demanded a new king.

• They were indifferent.

• They celebrated her as queen.

What was Jane's response to being declared queen?

• She eagerly accepted the crown.

• She refused and supported Mary.

• She fled the country.

• She sought advice from her father.

What was the main reason for Jane's execution?

• Her acceptance of the crown

• Her marriage to Guildford Dudley

• Her attempt to overthrow Mary

• Her refusal to convert to Catholicism

What did Mary Tudor ask Jane to do to save her life?

• Renounce her marriage

• Convert to Catholicism

• Flee to France

• Apologize publicly

What is the name of the portrait believed to depict Lady Jane Grey?

• The Royal Portrait

• The Streatham Portrait

• The Grey Portrait

• The Tudor Portrait

What was a notable feature of Lady Jane Grey's appearance according to historical accounts?

• Tall stature

• Blonde hair

• Blue eyes

• Freckled complexion

What pattern was on Jane's dress in the Streatham portrait?

• Floral

• Striped

• Fleur-de-lis

• Geometric