Joanna of Castile part 11: Visits from Family and Death

Joanna was held captive for 46 years, facing harsh treatment and isolation. Despite visits from family, she remained confined, with her only rebellion being religious defiance. Her paranoia grew, and she was seen as mad. In her final days, she was frail and weak, eventually dying in 1555. Her death allowed her to be remembered as a queen, and she was buried with honors.

What was the reaction of Charles to the suggestion of torturing Joanna?

• He sanctioned it reluctantly.

• He approved it immediately.

• He did not approve it.

• He was unaware of the suggestion.

How did Joanna's family treat her during their visits?

• They often took her possessions.

• They ignored her completely.

• They encouraged her to leave her confinement.

• They helped her escape.

What was Joanna's perception of the women sent to care for her?

• She trusted them completely.

• She thought they were spies or witches.

• She believed they were there to help her.

• She was indifferent to their presence.

What was Joanna's only form of rebellion against her captors?

• Refusing to hear mass or give confession.

• Refusing to eat.

• Writing letters to her family.

• Attempting to escape.

What was Joanna's condition in her final years?

• She was strong and healthy.

• She was frail and physically weak.

• She was actively planning an escape.

• She was in perfect health.

How did Joanna's relatives react to her death?

• They ignored her death completely.

• They were openly devastated.

• They were surprisingly quiet in their grief.

• They celebrated her passing.

Where was Joanna buried after her death?

• In a common grave.

• In the royal Chapel of Granada.

• In a foreign land.

• In an unmarked grave.