Mary, Queen of Scots

Cards (11)

  • Where was Mary imprisoned in 1554?
    In the Tower of London.
  • At what age was Mary, Queen of Scots crowned?
    6 days
  • Where was Mary, Queen of Scots sent by her mother?
    France
  • What title did Mary hold in France?
    Queen of France
  • What challenge did Mary face upon returning to Scotland?
    Re-becoming Queen as a Catholic
  • Who did Mary marry that was her 1st cousin?
    Darnley
  • What significant event occurred after Mary had a child with Darnley?
    Darnley died by strangulation
  • What was suspected about Mary's marriage to Bothwell?
    He was suspected to have killed Darnley
  • How did Mary and Bothwell conduct their marriage?
    In private
  • Why did Mary flee to England?
    For help and support from her cousin
  • What were the key events in the early life of Mary, Queen of Scots?
    • Crowned at 6 days
    • Sent to France by her mother
    • Became Queen of France
    • Returned to Scotland as a Catholic
    • Married Darnley, her 1st cousin
    • Had a child with Darnley
    • Darnley died by strangulation
    • Married Bothwell, suspected of killing Darnley
    • Fled to England for help