Religious Divisions in England: Elizabethan Era

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What challenge did Elizabeth face when she came to the throne in 1558?

  • Uniting a divided population with differing religious beliefs (correct)
  • Handling foreign invasion threats
  • Managing political unrest
  • Dealing with economic instability

What did Elizabeth do to ease religious tensions and bring together different religious groups?

  • Passed two laws known as the Religious Settlement (correct)
  • Proclaimed herself the absolute ruler of the Church
  • Formed an alliance with the Catholic Church of Rome
  • Enforced strict punishment for religious dissent

What was the significance of Elizabeth being made the Supreme Governor of the Church?

  • It took power away from the Catholic Pope in Rome (correct)
  • It imposed strict religious doctrines on the population
  • It abolished the concept of religious leadership
  • It led to the expulsion of Protestant groups

What was Henry VIII's role in relation to the Church?

<p>He also took power away from the Catholic Pope in Rome (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the purpose behind Elizabeth's title as Governor of the Church?

<p>To be more tolerant and less dictatorial than her father (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the aim of Elizabeth's 'middle way' compromise?

<p>To find a balance between Catholic and Protestant practices (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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