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• The religious settlement in 1559 was two parts, The Act of Uniformity meant that everyone had to attend a protestant service on Sundays and that everyone must have a prayer book in English. The Act of Supremacy meant that Elizabeth was the supreme governor of the church. This upset Catholics and puritans despite Elizabeth trying to strike a balance.
• The changes that came into place due to the religious settlement were mostly in favor of protestants. Priests were now able to marry, all services were in English, and Catholics may only worship in private but archbishops were allowed to remain.
• Over the years Elizabeth's acts against Catholics were stricter due to numerous revolts. In 1581 it became treason to attend a catholic mass. In 1583 recusant fines became £20 which today would be £5000. In 1585 catholic priests were killed and having one in your home was illegal. In 1593 travelling 5 miles from your home as a catholic also became illegal.
• In 1570 the pope created the PAPAL BULL where he excommunicated Elizabeth and encouraged Catholics to murder their queen.
• How did Elizabeth deal with extreme opposition?

  • Elizabeth banned religious discussions as they undermined her power when Puritans tried to introduce laws to change the church.
  • In the 1570s there were attempts to set up a new church which Elizabeth had to shut down due to worries of rebellion.
  • Elizabeth had to approve everything that was published as negative ideas were often spread about her.
• When did Mary Queen of Scots arrive in England?

  1568