Lesson 6: Features of the Church of England and enforcing RS

• What was the role of the Church of England in England?

  It influenced many aspects of life.
• How did the Church of England influence people's beliefs?

  It affected views on crime, family, and government.
• Why was it important for Elizabeth to use the Church of England?

  To ensure adherence to her Religious Settlement.
• What was the Church's responsibility regarding the Religious Settlement?

  To ensure rules were followed by clergymen.
• What could happen to clergymen who did not follow the Religious Settlement?

  They could be punished.
• What did priests need to operate under the Religious Settlement?

  A license from the government.
• What was the purpose of the Church in relation to loyalty to Elizabeth?

  To prevent rebellion against the monarch.
• How were priests expected to speak about the monarch?

  Very positively about the monarch.
• What were Church Inspections Visitations?

  Inspections to ensure clergy followed rules.
• How many clergymen were sacked in 1559?

  400 clergymen.
• How often were visitations carried out?

  Every 3-4 years.
• Who were the most powerful people in a local village?

  Priests were the most powerful people.
• What was the role of village priests regarding local rules?

  To ensure people followed the monarch's rules.
• How did priests in towns help newcomers?

  By ensuring they followed the Religious Settlement.
• What role did the Church play in times of need?

  It provided help during difficulties.
• What is a "tithe"?

  Money collected from local people.
• How much was typically collected as a tithe?

  Often 10% of income or goods.
• What ceremonies did the village church control?

  Weddings, funerals, and baptisms.
• What was the Church's responsibility regarding crime and punishment?

  To deal with crimes and decide punishments.
• What issues did priests help address in towns?

  Poverty, vagrancy, and diseases.
• What are the key terms related to the Church of England's role?

  • Influence
  • Tithe
  • Towns
  • Vagrancy
  • Clergymen
  • Visitations
  • License