Foreign relations😗.

• Who was King of France since 1560?

  Francis II
• Who did Francis II marry?

  Mary, Queen of Scots
• What is the religious affiliation of the Guise family?

  They are Catholic
• Who is Catherine de' Medici in relation to Francis II?

  His mother
• Why does Catherine de' Medici hate the Guise family?

  She dislikes them for personal reasons
• What does Catherine de' Medici try to do regarding the Protestant Huguenots?

  She tries to support them
• What significant event occurred in 1558?

  Treaty of Cateau-Cambrésis
• What was the outcome of the Treaty of Cateau-Cambrésis for France?

  France held Calais for 8 years
• What did England want in relation to Calais?

  To regain control of it
• What was the war with France described as?

  Continued from Mary's reign
• What was the result of the loss of Calais?

  Humiliation for England
• What was Elizabeth's position regarding the loss of Calais?

  She should accept the loss
• Why was Elizabeth hesitant to accept the loss of Calais?

  Fear of questions about her legitimacy
• What significant event occurred in 1559?

  Death of King Henry II
• Who succeeded Henry II as King of France?

  Francis II
• What was the relationship between Mary and Francis II?

  Mary was his wife
• What treaty followed the conflict with the Scottish Protestants?

  Treaty of Edinburgh
• What was the outcome of the Treaty of Edinburgh?

  Mary was removed from succession
• What was the conflict between Calvinist Huguenots and Catholics about?

  Religious power within France
• What was the political situation in France during this period?

  Power struggle between Catholics and Protestants
• What was the role of Philip of Spain in this context?

  He supported the Guise family
• What were the two main reasons for Philip of Spain's support of Guise?

  To defend Catholicism and cause unrest
• What was the massacre of Vassy?

  Massacre of Huguenots by Catholics
• What was the significance of the massacre of Vassy?

  It escalated the French Wars of Religion
• What was the impact of the massacre on the Catholic and Protestant relationship?

  It deepened the divide between them
• What was the outcome of the French Wars of Religion?

  Prolonged conflict and instability
• What was the role of the Guise family in the conflict?

  They led the Catholic faction
• How did the conflict affect the nobility in France?

  It created divisions among noble families
• What was the significance of the Tumult of Amboise?

  Attempted coup against the Guise family
• What was the outcome of the Tumult of Amboise?

  Failure and increased repression of Huguenots
• What was the impact of the Tumult of Amboise on the Guise family?

  It solidified their power and influence
• What was the fate of Francis II?

  He died young
• Who succeeded Francis II?

  Charles IX
• What was the relationship between Charles IX and Francis II?

  Charles IX was Francis II's brother
• What was the significance of the year 1560 in French history?

  Transition of power to Charles IX
• What was the role of Elizabeth I in the context of France?

  She was a key player in the politics
• How did Elizabeth I's reign affect France?

  It influenced the balance of power
• What was the relationship between England and France during this period?

  Characterized by conflict and rivalry
• What was the significance of the year 1562?

  Beginning of the French Wars of Religion
• What was the impact of the French Wars of Religion on France?

  It led to significant social upheaval