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What significant event occurred in 1492 under Ferdinand and Isabella's rule?
What significant event occurred in 1492 under Ferdinand and Isabella's rule?
- Spain engaged in the War of Roses
- The Spanish Inquisition began
- The Castilian Cortes was established
- Granada was captured, ending the Reconquista (correct)
How did Ferdinand and Isabella's policies impact religious minorities in Spain?
How did Ferdinand and Isabella's policies impact religious minorities in Spain?
- They encouraged Jewish migration to Spain
- They established a council to promote religious tolerance
- They granted full rights to all religions
- They forced Jews to convert, leave, or die (correct)
Which body continued to limit the monarchial authority in Castile?
Which body continued to limit the monarchial authority in Castile?
- The Spanish Inquisition
- The Star Chamber
- The Royal Assize Courts
- The Cortes (correct)
What was the outcome of the War of Roses?
What was the outcome of the War of Roses?
What did King Henry VIII do when the House of Commons refused to fund his wars?
What did King Henry VIII do when the House of Commons refused to fund his wars?
What was the function of the Star Chamber created by Henry VIII?
What was the function of the Star Chamber created by Henry VIII?
What was a key aspect of the centralization of power under Ferdinand and Isabella?
What was a key aspect of the centralization of power under Ferdinand and Isabella?
How did Henry VIII respond to peasants' unrest due to high taxes?
How did Henry VIII respond to peasants' unrest due to high taxes?
Flashcards
Spanish Unification (1469)
Spanish Unification (1469)
The period in Spanish history when the kingdoms of Castile and Aragon were united under the rule of King Ferdinand and Queen Isabella. This marriage marked a significant step towards the creation of a unified Spanish state.
Reconquista
Reconquista
The reconquest of the Iberian Peninsula from the Moors by Christian rulers, which ended with the fall of Granada in 1492.
Spanish Inquisition
Spanish Inquisition
A period of intense religious persecution in Spain, initiated by King Ferdinand and Queen Isabella, aimed at rooting out heresy and reinforcing Catholic orthodoxy.
Tudor Dynasty
Tudor Dynasty
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Wars of the Roses
Wars of the Roses
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Henry VIII's Power Consolidation
Henry VIII's Power Consolidation
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Royal Assize Courts
Royal Assize Courts
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Debasing of the Currency (Henry VIII)
Debasing of the Currency (Henry VIII)
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Study Notes
Centralization and the Spanish Monarchy
- Isabella of Castile married Ferdinand of Aragon in 1469, uniting Spain.
- The conquest of Granada in 1492 ended the Reconquista, marking a significant step in unifying Spain.
- The Spanish Inquisition was established to reinforce religious uniformity.
- Ferdinand and Isabella consolidated power by stripping privileges from nobles, selling government positions, and bringing towns under royal control.
The Rise of England
- The House of Tudor consolidated power by taking control of Wales and Ireland.
- The War of the Roses (1455-1487) was a civil war fought between the Houses of Lancaster and York for control of England.
- Henry VII, the first Tudor king, achieved victory in the war and established a stable monarchy.
- Henry VII was advised by Thomas Wolsey to create a loyal council.
- Henry VII's rule saw increased royal control through various courts and structures, strengthening the monarchy.
The Roots of the Reformation
- The rise of new monarchs challenged established institutions and authorities, particularly the Church.
- National churches began to emerge as monarchs gained control over church appointments and taxes collected from Church lands.
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This quiz explores the key events that led to the centralization of power in Spain under Ferdinand and Isabella, and in England with the House of Tudor. It covers the unification of Spain, the establishment of the Spanish Inquisition, and the effects of the War of the Roses. Test your understanding of how these historical developments shaped the political landscape of these nations.
