Joanna of Castile part 5: Ferdinand II and Philip Undermine Joanna

The transcript details the political machinations surrounding Joanna of Castile, her husband Philip, and her father Ferdinand. Philip allied with France and manipulated both Joanna and Ferdinand to gain power. Despite being the rightful queen, Joanna was sidelined by secret agreements and misinformation. After Philip's sudden death, Joanna faced new challenges in asserting her rule, hindered by rumors of madness and her father's ambitions.

What was Philip's primary reason for allying with Ferdinand?

• To strengthen his military power

• To have Joanna declared insane

• To improve trade relations

• To gain control over Castile

How did Philip create a rift between Joanna and her father?

• By spreading rumors about Joanna's intentions

• By sending false letters from Ferdinand

• By bribing Joanna's advisors

• By blocking communication between them

What was the outcome of Joanna's attempt to meet her father?

• She successfully met him

• She was captured by Philip's soldiers

• She was imprisoned by the Cortes

• She was exiled from Spain

What was the reaction of the Cortes to Philip's suggestion to imprison Joanna?

• They ignored the suggestion

• They refused without seeing her

• They agreed immediately

• They sought Ferdinand's approval

What was the cause of Philip's sudden illness?

• A heart attack

• Poisoning by Ferdinand

• A fever or infection

• An accident

How did Joanna react to Philip's illness?

• She ignored his condition

• She left him to die

• She nursed him devotedly

• She sought help from Ferdinand

What challenge did Joanna face after Philip's death?

• Gaining acceptance as a ruler

• Rebuilding the army

• Negotiating with France

• Finding a new husband