Henry

• What year did Henry VIII marry Catherine of Aragon?

  1509
• Why was Henry's marriage to Catherine of Aragon allowed by the Pope?

  Because Catherine and Arthur had not consummated it
• Who was appointed to the Privy Council in 1510?

  Thomas Wolsey
• What was the outcome of the war with France from 1512 to 1514?

  Henry had some success but it was expensive
• What significant event happened in 1513 during the war with Scotland?

  King James IV was killed at Flodden
• Why did Henry want to renew war with France from 1514 to 1518?

  He sought to assert his power and influence
• Who became Chancellor of England in 1515?

  Thomas Wolsey
• What was the Field of Cloth of Gold in 1520?


  A diplomatic meeting between Henry and Francis
• What title did the Pope give Henry in 1521?

  Defender of the Faith
• What was the Amicable Grant Rising in 1525?

  A rebellion caused by high taxes
• Why did Henry want to end his marriage to Catherine in 1526?

  He wanted to marry Anne Boleyn
• What happened to Wolsey in 1529?

  He fell from power and died on trial
• Who became Henry's Chief Minister in 1531?

  Thomas Cromwell
• What did the clergy accept in 1532?

  The King as their lawmaker instead of the Pope
• What significant event occurred in 1533?

  Henry married Anne Boleyn
• What did the Act of Supremacy in 1534 declare?

  Henry as the Head of the Church of England
• Who were executed in 1535 for refusing to recognize Henry's authority?

  John Fisher and Sir Thomas More
• What was the Pilgrimage of Grace in 1536?

  A rebellion against the Dissolution of the Monasteries
• What happened in 1537?

  Birth of Edward, Henry's male heir
• What was the significance of the wool trade in England in 1509?

  It was a source of wealth for gentry and nobility
• What were the key features of Tudor society and government?

  • Structured and hierarchical society
  • Opportunities for social mobility
  • High standard of living
  • Increased literacy due to printing
  • Trade with Europe in cloth and wool
• What was the population of England and Wales in 1509?

  About 2.25 million people
• How did the King make decisions in Tudor government?

  He listened to advice from his councillors
• What was the main role of Parliament during Henry's reign?

  To raise taxes for special occasions
• What was the significance of London in Tudor England?

  It was a major trade center and royal court
• What was the belief about social hierarchy in Tudor society?

  God gave people their place in society
• What role did the Church play in Tudor society?

  It was central to community life and support
• How did Henry VIII come to the throne?

  He inherited a stable and wealthy kingdom
• What was Henry's view on kingship?

  He believed in the Divine Right of Kings
• Who were Henry's chief ministers?

  Thomas Wolsey and Thomas Cromwell
• What were Henry's aims as King?

  To create a strong monarchy and win battles
• What was Wolsey's role in Henry's government?

  He was Lord Chancellor and chief minister
• What factors contributed to Wolsey's rise to power?

  His intelligence and ability to manage tasks
• What was Wolsey known as due to his influence?

  Alter Rex (second King)
• How did Wolsey accumulate wealth?

  Through his power in Church and state
• What was Wolsey's appointment in 1509?

  Royal Almoner
• What was the significance of Wolsey's role as Papal Legate?

  It strengthened his influence over the King
• What year did Wolsey become Lord Chancellor?

  1515
• Why did Henry rely on Wolsey for governance?

  He avoided day-to-day government tasks
• What was the main reason for Wolsey's fall from power?

  His failure to secure Henry's annulment