Who became the king of Poland in 1384 as a young woman and ruled in her own right?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. Jadwiga
- Step 1: Jadwiga was crowned in 1384 and her marriage to Jogaila of Lithuania produced the Union of Krewo. Answer: Jadwiga. Why not the others: Bona Sforza, Marie Louise Gonzaga and Anna Jagiellon don't fit.
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