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When did Henry VIII become King of England?
When did Henry VIII become King of England?
- 1603
- 1547
- 1509 (correct)
- 1491
What was the primary reason for Henry VIII's disagreement with the Pope?
What was the primary reason for Henry VIII's disagreement with the Pope?
- Disagreements over religious doctrine
- Henry's desire to annul his first marriage (correct)
- The Pope's support for Scotland
- Territorial disputes in France
The English Reformation was initiated by Henry VIII because of disagreements over what issue?
The English Reformation was initiated by Henry VIII because of disagreements over what issue?
- Papal authority (correct)
- The Crusades
- Royal succession
- The sale of indulgences
What title did Henry VIII assume as a result of the English Reformation?
What title did Henry VIII assume as a result of the English Reformation?
What action led to Henry VIII's excommunication by the Pope?
What action led to Henry VIII's excommunication by the Pope?
What theory did Henry VIII usher during his reign, expanding royal power?
What theory did Henry VIII usher during his reign, expanding royal power?
What legal instrument did Henry VIII frequently use to execute those accused of treason?
What legal instrument did Henry VIII frequently use to execute those accused of treason?
Who was one of Henry VIII's chief ministers?
Who was one of Henry VIII's chief ministers?
What financial benefit did Henry VIII derive from dissolving the monasteries?
What financial benefit did Henry VIII derive from dissolving the monasteries?
Which of the following was founded by Henry VIII?
Which of the following was founded by Henry VIII?
Flashcards
Who was Henry VIII?
Who was Henry VIII?
King of England from 1509 to 1547, known for his six marriages and role in the English Reformation.
What was the English Reformation?
What was the English Reformation?
The series of events in 16th-century England during which the Church of England broke away from the authority of the Pope and the Roman Catholic Church.
What is the Supreme Head of the Church of England?
What is the Supreme Head of the Church of England?
Henry VIII's declaration that he was the head of the Church in England, not the Pope.
What are Bills of Attainder?
What are Bills of Attainder?
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What was the Dissolution of the Monasteries?
What was the Dissolution of the Monasteries?
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What is the Divine Right of Kings?
What is the Divine Right of Kings?
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Henry VIII's Financial Status
Henry VIII's Financial Status
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What are the Laws in Wales Acts 1535 and 1542?
What are the Laws in Wales Acts 1535 and 1542?
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Study Notes
- Henry VIII reigned as King of England from April 22, 1509, until his death on January 28, 1547.
- He is remembered for his six marriages and his role in the English Reformation.
- Henry's request for an annulment from Catherine of Aragon led to conflict with Pope Clement VII.
- As a result, Henry initiated the English Reformation, separating the Church of England from papal authority.
- He declared himself Supreme Head of the Church of England.
- Henry dissolved convents and monasteries, leading to his excommunication by the Pope.
- Born in Greenwich, Henry brought radical changes to the Constitution of England, expanding royal power.
- He introduced the theory of the divine right of kings, challenging papal supremacy.
- Henry used accusations of treason and heresy to suppress dissent, often executing individuals without formal trials through bills of attainder.
- Key figures in his administration included Thomas Wolsey, Thomas More, Thomas Cromwell, and Thomas Cranmer.
- Henry spent lavishly, utilizing funds from the dissolution of monasteries and acts of the Reformation Parliament.
- He redirected money previously paid to Rome into royal revenue.
- Despite increased revenue, Henry was often near financial collapse due to excessive spending and costly wars.
- His military conflicts involved King Francis I of France, Charles V, Holy Roman Emperor, King James V of Scotland, and the Scottish regency under the Earl of Arran and Mary of Guise.
- He established the Royal Navy.
- Henry oversaw the annexation of Wales to England through the Laws in Wales Acts of 1535 and 1542.
- He became the first English monarch to rule as King of Ireland, following the Crown of Ireland Act of 1542.
- Contemporaries viewed Henry as an attractive, educated, and accomplished king.
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