Relationship with foreign powers

• Who was the monarch known for being ambitious and aggressive during the Tudor period?

  Henry VIII
• How did Henry VIII's approach to foreign policy differ from that of his father, Henry VII?

  Henry VIII was interventionist, while Henry VII's interests were mainly defensive.
• What was Henry VIII's goal in European power politics?

  To raise England’s profile and capture French territory.
• How did Henry VIII view his position in relation to Francis I of France and Charles V of Spain?

  He saw himself as their equal and wanted to show off England's power.
• What was the balance of power that Henry VIII wanted to claim for England?


  That England held the balance of power between Francis I and Charles V.
• Who was Henry VIII's chief minister known for his humanist views?

  Wolsey
• What did Wolsey desire in terms of international relations?

  He wanted the glory of international diplomacy but wished to avoid the waste of war.
• How did Wolsey's quest for peace affect Henry VIII's ambitions?

  It helped to dampen Henry’s martial ambitions.
• How many times did England go to war during Wolsey’s period of high office?

  Once, in 1523.
• What was Wolsey's focus during his time in office?

  He probably spent more time on foreign affairs than on domestic issues.