henry VIII

• What were 3 reasons for Henry VIIIs married to Katherine of Aragon?

  1. Her asses

  2. to reunite spain and england

  3. He needed an heir
• What were 3 reasons against Henry VIIIs married to Katherine of Aragon?

  Their age gap, shes a widow so may not be pure, legal problems
• What activities did Henry VIII engage in during his early reign?


  He pranced around, played dress-up, wrote plays, sang, and danced.
• What was the reaction of Henry's council to his spending habits?


  They were unhappy and tried to curb his spending.
• What did Henry VIII want to do that his council would not allow?


  He wanted to go on a conquest against France.
• Who helped Henry VIII regain control over his council's power?


  Cardinal Wolsey
• What strategy did Cardinal Wolsey use to help Henry VIII?


  He wrote bills that didn't require the royal seals.
• What did the Pope offer Henry VIII to gain his support in the war against France?


  100 Parmesan cheeses, some wine, and a golden rose.
• How did Henry VIII feel about the Pope at this point in his life?


  He still respected the church and loved the Pope.
• What was Henry VIII's primary focus before he had an heir?


  He was focused on going to war with France.
• What city did the English already hold in France before Henry's campaign?

  Calais
• What was the outcome of the Battle of The Spurs?

  Henry achieved a glorious victory.
• What cities did Henry capture during his campaign?


  Therouanne and Tournai
• What were the key events in Henry VIII's early reign?


  • Henry married Catherine of Aragon.
  • He became popular and charming compared to his father.
  • He engaged in various cultural activities.
  • He faced opposition from his council regarding spending.
  • He sought to go to war with France.
  • He received support from Cardinal Wolsey.
  • He achieved victories in France, including the Battle of The Spurs.
• Who was at war with France and needed help?

  The Pope
• What did the Pope offer King Henry in exchange for his aid?


  100 Parmesan cheeses, some wine, and a golden rose
• Why was Henry eager to go to war at this point in his life?


  He respected the church and loved the Pope, and wanted glory
• What was a significant problem for Henry as a monarch?


  He did not have an heir
• What was Henry's first military victory in France?


  The Battle of The Spurs
• Which French cities did Henry capture after his victory?


  Therouanne and Tournai
• What was happening back home while Henry was at war?


  His wife was leading armies to victory in Scotland and was pregnant
• How did Henry's financial situation change after his victories?


  He ran out of money
• What was the name of Henry's daughter born after his military campaigns?

  Mary
• How did Henry react to the birth of his daughter Mary?


  He was disappointed because he wanted a male heir
• What was Cardinal Wolsey's role in Henry's court?


  He was Henry's Lord Chancellor
• What event was organized to promote peace between England and France?

  The Field of the Cloth of Gold
• Who was the king of France during Henry's reign?


  Frances I
• What was the nature of the relationship between Henry and Charles V?


  They wanted to form an alliance through marriage
• Who was Mary Boleyn in relation to Henry?


  Anne Boleyn's sister and one of Henry's mistresses
• What was the outcome of the English campaign against France in 1522?


  They landed and stormed as far South as Agincourt
• Why did Henry become frustrated with Charles V during their military campaigns?


  Charles did not commit significant forces to the campaigns
• What happened at the Battle of Pavia?


  Charles V captured the French King
• What was Catherine of Aragon's primary responsibility as Henry's wife?


  To give Henry a male heir
• What led to Henry's infatuation with Anne Boleyn?


  Her beauty, intelligence, and cultured nature
• How did Anne Boleyn respond to Henry's advances?


  She kept him at a distance and did not want to be just a mistress
• What did Henry request from Cardinal Wolsey regarding his marriage?


  He wanted a divorce
• What was Wolsey's response to Henry's request for a divorce?


  He deferred the case back to the Pope in Rome
• Why was the Pope unable to grant Henry's divorce?


  He was under the influence of Charles V
• What biblical justification did Henry use for his divorce?


  Leviticus verse about marrying a brother's widow leading to childlessness
• What did the Pope conclude about Henry's case after receiving letters?


  It may not be about the Bible but about Henry's desires