Life in the UK test practice question · History
Why did Henry VIII marry his fourth wife, Anne of Cleves?
Answer options
- For money
- Because she already had a son
- Because he fell in love with her
- For political reasonsCorrect
Answer: For political reasons
The marriage was part of an alliance between England and Cleves, a German duchy. Henry did not like Anne when he met her, and the marriage was annulled after about six months.
Checked 8 November 2026