Catholic opposition

Cards (27)

  • What was the period of cautious actions regarding Catholics and Protestants?
    1566-1572
  • What did Pope Pius instruct Catholics to do in 1566?
    Not to attend Anglican Church services
  • Who was sent to suppress the Protestant rebellion in the Netherlands in 1567?
    Spanish Duke of Alba
  • What significant event occurred in 1568 involving Mary, Queen of Scots?
    She sought sanctuary in England
  • What was the outcome of the Northern Rebellion in 1569?
    It was a significant uprising
  • What action did Pope Pius take in 1570 against Elizabeth?
    He excommunicated her and incited rebellion
  • What was introduced in 1571 following the excommunication of Elizabeth?
    Treason Act
  • What was the Ridolfi Plot of 1571?
    A plot to murder Elizabeth and replace her with Mary
  • What happened to Catholics in France during the St. Bartholomew's Day celebration in 1572?
    They were slaughtered by Protestants
  • What were the key differences in the treatment of Protestants and Catholics during this period?
    • More cautious with Catholics to prevent rebellion
    • Tried to appease and compromise with Catholics
    • Maintained a neutral stance towards Catholics
  • What was the situation for Catholics under pressure in 1566?
    They couldn't afford fines and faced loyalty choices
  • What was the outcome of the Ridolfi Plot in 1571?
    It was not popular among English Catholics
  • What did Parliament approve in 1571 regarding the 39 Articles?
    It established Elizabeth as the lawful queen
  • What was considered high treason under the Treason Act of 1571?
    Claiming Elizabeth was not the lawful queen
  • What were the consequences for bringing papal bulls into England?
    It was considered treasonable
  • What happened to Catholics who left England without permission for more than six months?
    They lost their land if found guilty
  • Who was William Allen and what did he do in the 1570s?
    He trained Catholic priests at Douai
  • How many priests were trained by 1590?
    Over 100 priests
  • What was the purpose of Jesuits established in 1580?
    To focus on missionary activity
  • Who were Edmund Campion and Robert Parsons?
    Jesuits who built a network of safe houses
  • How were Jesuits perceived in England during the 1580s and 1590s?
    Initially not seen as a threat
  • What happened to Campion in 1581?
    He was executed for his beliefs
  • What were the penalties established by the 1581 Act of Parliament?
    Fine of 200 marks and one year in prison
  • What was the consequence for failing to attend church after the 1581 Act?
    £20 a month fine
  • What did the 1585 Act of Parliament mandate for Catholic priests?
    They had to leave the country in 40 days
  • How many Catholics were executed for treason between 1581 and 1603?
    180 Catholics
  • How many of those executed were priests?
    120 were priests