This Queen consort of France was noted for her political intrigues at the French court. Following the assassination of her husband King Henry IV of France, she acted as regent for her son, King Louis XIII of France, until he came of age.
- Marie de Medici
- Marie Antoinette
- Anne of Austria
- Catherine de Medici
Answer
The correct answer is A) Marie de Medici.
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