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Which monarch ruled England during the early 16th century?
Which monarch ruled England during the early 16th century?
The term 'New Monarchs' refers to kings who focused on decentralizing their power.
The term 'New Monarchs' refers to kings who focused on decentralizing their power.
False
Which significant war impacted the political landscape of Europe during the 14th and 15th centuries?
Which significant war impacted the political landscape of Europe during the 14th and 15th centuries?
Hundred Years War
King _____ was the Holy Roman Emperor during the early 16th century.
King _____ was the Holy Roman Emperor during the early 16th century.
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Match the monarchs with their corresponding countries:
Match the monarchs with their corresponding countries:
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What was one of the key measures taken by the New Monarchs?
What was one of the key measures taken by the New Monarchs?
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The Renaissance period saw a decline in the spread of new ideas due to the invention of the printing press.
The Renaissance period saw a decline in the spread of new ideas due to the invention of the printing press.
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Who painted the portrait of King Henry VIII?
Who painted the portrait of King Henry VIII?
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Who ruled in the stead of Charles V before he gained full power?
Who ruled in the stead of Charles V before he gained full power?
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The Vallodid debates were aimed at discussing English colonization policies.
The Vallodid debates were aimed at discussing English colonization policies.
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What was the impact of the ‘New Laws’?
What was the impact of the ‘New Laws’?
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Charles V had to rule as co-monarch with his mother due to her being declared ______.
Charles V had to rule as co-monarch with his mother due to her being declared ______.
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Which of the following factors kept the Flemish, Dutch, and Walloon states at odds?
Which of the following factors kept the Flemish, Dutch, and Walloon states at odds?
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The Spanish governors aimed to centralize the Flemish, Dutch, and Walloon states under one rule.
The Spanish governors aimed to centralize the Flemish, Dutch, and Walloon states under one rule.
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What was the main purpose of the Staten Generaal?
What was the main purpose of the Staten Generaal?
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Match the following individuals with their roles:
Match the following individuals with their roles:
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What was the main issue that Charles V faced during his reign?
What was the main issue that Charles V faced during his reign?
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Charles V supported Martin Luther’s ideas throughout his reign.
Charles V supported Martin Luther’s ideas throughout his reign.
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What significant event took place in 1555 that sought to resolve religious conflicts in the Holy Roman Empire?
What significant event took place in 1555 that sought to resolve religious conflicts in the Holy Roman Empire?
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Charles V abdicated the throne in favor of his son __________.
Charles V abdicated the throne in favor of his son __________.
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Match the following events with their significance:
Match the following events with their significance:
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What does 'Cuius regio, eius religio' mean?
What does 'Cuius regio, eius religio' mean?
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The reign of Charles V was characterized by financial stability and peace.
The reign of Charles V was characterized by financial stability and peace.
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Which monarch attempted to limit the spread of Protestantism during the 16th century?
Which monarch attempted to limit the spread of Protestantism during the 16th century?
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What was the purpose of the Treaty of Greenwich?
What was the purpose of the Treaty of Greenwich?
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Henry VIII successfully enforced the Treaty of Greenwich without any conflicts.
Henry VIII successfully enforced the Treaty of Greenwich without any conflicts.
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Who were the main architects of the scheme that was charged with treason?
Who were the main architects of the scheme that was charged with treason?
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Henry VIII executed between __________ and __________ people during his reign.
Henry VIII executed between __________ and __________ people during his reign.
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Match the Tudor individuals with their fate:
Match the Tudor individuals with their fate:
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What was a significant outcome of the symbol of the Tudor rose?
What was a significant outcome of the symbol of the Tudor rose?
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The Tudor rose was only created after the War of the Roses.
The Tudor rose was only created after the War of the Roses.
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Who was finally able to unite England and Scotland under one rule?
Who was finally able to unite England and Scotland under one rule?
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What was the main reason King Henry VIII sought to annul his marriage to Catherine of Aragon?
What was the main reason King Henry VIII sought to annul his marriage to Catherine of Aragon?
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The Act of Supremacy was introduced in 1534 to dissolve the monasteries in England.
The Act of Supremacy was introduced in 1534 to dissolve the monasteries in England.
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Who was tasked with making an inventory of the Catholic monasteries in 1535?
Who was tasked with making an inventory of the Catholic monasteries in 1535?
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The dissolution of the monasteries involved the closing of approximately _______ religious houses.
The dissolution of the monasteries involved the closing of approximately _______ religious houses.
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Match the actions with their respective outcomes:
Match the actions with their respective outcomes:
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Which of the following was one of the consequences of the dissolution of the monasteries?
Which of the following was one of the consequences of the dissolution of the monasteries?
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Henry VIII's decision to dissolve the monasteries was purely based on moral grounds.
Henry VIII's decision to dissolve the monasteries was purely based on moral grounds.
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What was a major reason for Henry VIII to sell parts of the estates acquired from the monasteries?
What was a major reason for Henry VIII to sell parts of the estates acquired from the monasteries?
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What was the primary reason Philip II sent the Spanish Armada to invade England?
What was the primary reason Philip II sent the Spanish Armada to invade England?
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Catherine of Aragon had six children with Henry VIII.
Catherine of Aragon had six children with Henry VIII.
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Who was the only surviving child of Henry VIII and Catherine of Aragon?
Who was the only surviving child of Henry VIII and Catherine of Aragon?
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Jane Seymour gave birth to _____, who became Henry VIII's heir.
Jane Seymour gave birth to _____, who became Henry VIII's heir.
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Match each queen consort of Henry VIII to their main contributions or characteristics:
Match each queen consort of Henry VIII to their main contributions or characteristics:
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How long did Henry VIII remain married to Anne Boleyn?
How long did Henry VIII remain married to Anne Boleyn?
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History often gives significant power to the wives of Henry VIII.
History often gives significant power to the wives of Henry VIII.
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What happened to Anne Boleyn?
What happened to Anne Boleyn?
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Study Notes
CLIL-History 4: The Age of Reformation and Renaissance
- The period covered is 2022-2023
- The course explores the Reformation and Renaissance
- A timeline of Western history is included, from prehistory to contemporary times.
Western Historical Periodisation
- Prehistory
- Ancient Near Eastern Civilizations
- Classical Antiquity
- Middle Ages
- Early Modern
- Modern
- Contemporary
- The chart demonstrates the different historical periods and their approximate dates.
- Translation equivalents for the periods are included.
Map of the known world
- Map of the known world at the end of Holy Roman Emperor Charles V's life.
- The map shows the known regions and their political divisions around 1556.
The Long 15th or Long 16th Century (1450-1600)
- Political: Emergence of centralized states
- Emperors and kings sought to control kingdoms and empires.
- Socio-Economic: Agricultural and commercial revolutions
- New inventions, products, techniques led to population boom and commercialization.
- Cultural: Renaissance thought and culture (14th-16th century)
- Humanism: Re-examination of classical texts, ideas; desire for change.
- Renaissance art: paintings, sculptures, and architecture based on math, science, and classical mythology.
- Religion: Reformation/Protestantism
- Martin Luther promoted individual religious experience.
- Printing press spread religious ideas, leading to religious wars and rise in literacy.
- Popular culture: The printing press and the Reformation featured in woodcuts.
The New Monarchs (c. 1450-с. 1600)
- Kings (Henry VIII, Francis I, Charles V)
- Kings tried to consolidate power and develop centralized states
- New Monarchs' approaches to limiting nobility, creating armies, establishing tax systems, and encouraging national unity.
- Successes and challenges of Henry VIII and Charles V in creating centralized governments.
Charles V (r. 1506 – 1556)
- The European Empire of Charles V
- Charles V inherited land and titles through marriage—gaining an empire through marriage alliances through the Habsburg family
- Important income sources, including Austrian and American mines, taxes, and loans.
- Charles V's efforts to create a unified European rule.
Governors and Co-rulers—The Women of Charles V
- Margaret of Austria
- Joanna of Castile
- Isabella of Portugal-served as governors and co-rulers with varying degrees of power and influence (serving out Charles roles while he was out of the country)
Act of Supremacy (1534)
- King Henry VIII’s declaration as the Supreme Head in England of the Church of England
- Driven by Henry VIII's need to divorce his wife.
Dissolution of the Monasteries (1536-1541)
- Henry VIII closed monasteries to raise cash
- He acquired land and wealth from the church and sold it, often to the aristocracy and some commoners.
Women during the reign of Henry VIII
- Catherine of Aragon
- Anne Boleyn
- Jane Seymour
- Anne of Cleves
- Catherine Howard
- Catherine Parr
- The role women played in Henry VIII's reign.
The End of the War of the Roses (1485)
- Henry VII Tudor's victory ending the War of Roses
- Unifying York and Lancaster dynasties.
- Political executions by Henry VII to maintain control.
The British Isles during the reign of Henry VIII (1509-1547)
- Inherited England, Wales, and Ireland.
The End of the Tudor Dynasty (1547-1603)
- Edward VI's brief reign
- Mary I's restoration of Catholicism
- Elizabeth I's reign and establishment of Protestantism in England.
Socio-economic: Agricultural and Commercial Revolution (1500-1750)
- Changes in the countryside
- Enclosure of common lands
- Land reclamation
- Agricultural innovations
- New techniques and machines.
- Impact on population, commercialization, and urbanization.
- Commercial farming (cash crops)
- Rise of markets and trade.
The Kett Rebellion (1549)
- Peasants' protests against enclosure
- Seizure of Norwich in 1549
- A major social movement.
The Waasland system, or Norfolk four-course system (early 16th century)
- Crop rotation.
The Commercial Revolution
- Banking became more critical due to rising trade
- How did the trading families influence the economy.
The Poor Laws (1480-1601)
- Secularisation of social welfare
- The role of clergy and guilds in the medieval period
- The act of punishment for rogues and beggars
- Changing role of government in handling poverty
- Religious element and local elements to the help itself
- Social welfare system, including poor tax and workhouses
The Renaissance—Philosophy: Rediscovering Reason and Doubt
- A shift in focus from a God-centered worldview to a human-centered way of thinking.
- The importance of critical thinking and human potential.
- Key thinkers and their ideas.
Renaissance Art—Influence of Humanism
- A shift from medieval religious themes to a focus on human potential, classical themes, and the natural world.
- Classical knowledge combined with scientific observations.
- Individualism in art, visible through self-portraits and signatures.
The Reformation—Impact of Humanist Thinking
- Humanist ideas influenced reformers like Luther: critical thinking; returning to classical sources; valuing education.
- The Reformation challenged Catholic Church practices, promoting Bible-centric interpretation.
- Luther's idea of “Sola Scriptura”—that only the Bible should be the source of truth—and other humanist ideals.
Popular Culture—Impact of the Urban Elite
- Urban elites influence art by incorporating common themes and everyday life.
- Genre painting (Bruegel)
- Satirical prints
- Theatre's popular appeal.
Playwrighting and Renaissance Theatre
- Origin of morality plays
- Rise of public theatres, e.g., Globe, Swan
- Themes shifting towards human condition rather than solely religious purpose.
- Influence of Roman and Greek drama
- Popular culture and elite culture in play
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Explore the political dynamics and key figures of Europe during the early 16th century with this quiz. Test your knowledge on significant monarchs, wars, and the impact of the Renaissance. Dive into historical debates and policies that shaped the continent's future.
