Henry VIII

• How did monarchy typically pass from one generation to the next?

  Monarchy passed by the rule of primogeniture from father to son
• What was the accepted belief about kings ruling in the sixteenth century?

  Kings ruled 'by the Grace of God'
• What were the expectations of a monarch in 1509?

  A monarch was expected to be adult, male, physically strong, and able to lead an army
• What was a significant concern regarding the Tudor succession?

  At times, the Tudor succession was in doubt
• What were the main duties and tasks of a monarch in the sixteenth century?

  • Declare war and secure alliances
  • Defend the realm from foreign powers
  • Marry and produce heirs
  • Administer finances and coinage
  • Appoint key ministers and control nobility
  • Act as Head of Church
  • Preside over Council & Parliament
  • Maintain law and order
• What power did a monarch have during wartime?

  A monarch had 'absolute power' in wartime
• Who was the first Tudor monarch?

  Henry VII
• When did Henry Tudor take the throne?

  Henry Tudor took the throne in 1485
• Who did Henry Tudor defeat to become king?

  He defeated the Yorkist king Richard III at the Battle of Bosworth
• How long did Henry VII rule?

  He ruled for 24 years
• What was Henry VII's reputation as a king?

  He was effective but had a reputation for being greedy
• When did Henry VII die?

  Henry VII died in 1509
• Who took over as king after Henry VII?

  Henry VIII took over as the new king
• How old was Henry VIII when he became king?

  He was only 17 years old