Eleanor of Aquitaine part 7: Eleanor and Her Sons Rebel Against Henry II

The video explores the conflict between King Henry II and his sons, focusing on the events of 1173-1174. It highlights the tensions over inheritance, the influence of Louis VII, and Eleanor of Aquitaine's rebellion. The conflict ends with Henry's sons accepting peace, but Eleanor remains imprisoned.

What was the main reason King Henry II did not pass on control of lands to his sons?

• He had no lands to give.

• He was too controlling.

• He wanted to secure his borders first.

• He believed they were too young.

What triggered young Henry's public outburst in 1173?

• His father's decision to disinherit him.

• His father's refusal to give him control over Anjou.

• His father's absence from the kingdom.

• The marriage alliance involving his brother John.

Who was suspected of encouraging young Henry's rebellion against his father?

• The Archbishop of Rouen

• The Count of Morien

• Louis VII of France

• Eleanor of Aquitaine

What was one of the rumored reasons for Eleanor's rebellion against King Henry?

• Her wish to become Queen of France again.

• Her desire for independence.

• Her anger over her sons' treatment.

• Her jealousy over King Henry's mistress.

How did Eleanor of Aquitaine reportedly disguise herself when captured?

• As a nun

• As a peasant

• In men's clothes

• As a merchant

What was King Henry's approach to his sons after their defeat?

• He imprisoned them.

• He exiled them.

• He stripped them of all titles.

• He offered them peace and unfortified castles.

What was the outcome for Eleanor after the rebellion?

• She was pardoned by King Henry.

• She was given control over Aquitaine.

• She was captured and remained in conflict with King Henry.

• She fled to France.