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Henry VIII divorced Catherine of Aragon because he wanted a son.
Henry VIII divorced Catherine of Aragon because he wanted a son.
True
Anne Boleyn was King Henry VIII's first wife.
Anne Boleyn was King Henry VIII's first wife.
False
Queen Elizabeth I reigned during a golden age for art, literature, and music in England.
Queen Elizabeth I reigned during a golden age for art, literature, and music in England.
True
During Queen Victoria's reign, many people moved to towns due to advancements in steam engine technology.
During Queen Victoria's reign, many people moved to towns due to advancements in steam engine technology.
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Britain became less independent after the Second World War.
Britain became less independent after the Second World War.
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Britain's culture, especially in fashion, remained influential globally after the Second World War.
Britain's culture, especially in fashion, remained influential globally after the Second World War.
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King Henry VIII founded the Church of England after the Pope approved his divorce from Catherine of Aragon.
King Henry VIII founded the Church of England after the Pope approved his divorce from Catherine of Aragon.
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Elizabeth I, daughter of Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn, reigned during a time when England experienced a flourishing period in art, literature, and music.
Elizabeth I, daughter of Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn, reigned during a time when England experienced a flourishing period in art, literature, and music.
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During Queen Victoria's reign, sea captains like Francis Drake and Walter Raleigh gained prominence for their expeditions to South America.
During Queen Victoria's reign, sea captains like Francis Drake and Walter Raleigh gained prominence for their expeditions to South America.
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The Industrial Revolution led to a significant migration of people from towns to the countryside in Victorian Britain.
The Industrial Revolution led to a significant migration of people from towns to the countryside in Victorian Britain.
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After the Second World War, Britain's culture, especially in fashion, became less influential globally.
After the Second World War, Britain's culture, especially in fashion, became less influential globally.
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Queen Victoria's reign saw Britain expanding its empire with new colonies that provided valuable resources like raw materials and food.
Queen Victoria's reign saw Britain expanding its empire with new colonies that provided valuable resources like raw materials and food.
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Study Notes
Tudor Kings
- King Henry VIII (1509-1547) is the most famous Tudor king, remembered for having six wives.
- He had a daughter, Mary, with his first wife, Catherine of Aragon.
- Henry needed a son, so he divorced Catherine and married Anne Boleyn in 1533.
- When the Pope refused to approve the divorce, Henry founded the Church of England.
Elizabeth's Reign
- Anne Boleyn had a daughter, Elizabeth, who later became queen (1558-1603).
- During Elizabeth's reign, a golden age for art, literature, and music started in England.
- Sea captains like Francis Drake and Walter Raleigh stole gold and silver from Spanish ships in South America, making England rich and powerful.
Victorian Britain
- Before the Industrial Revolution, most people lived in the countryside, working at home and making products by hand.
- The invention of the steam engine enabled production of products faster, cheaper, and in larger numbers, leading to more people moving to towns to work in factories.
- The steam engine also enabled faster travel, allowing people to visit the seaside more often.
- During Queen Victoria's reign (1837-1901), the British Empire expanded, and new colonies provided cheap raw materials and food.
Modern Britain
- After the Second World War, Britain became less influential and more independent.
- Britain's culture, especially its fashion, and its political views still have a significant impact around the world.
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Test your knowledge on the life of King Henry VIII, his marriages and the resulting impact on England's history. Learn about his six wives and his role in the establishment of the Church of England.
