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What significant action did Thomas Becket take in 1164 that led to his banishment?
What significant action did Thomas Becket take in 1164 that led to his banishment?
- He refused to pay taxes to the King.
- He disobeyed King Henry II. (correct)
- He initiated a military campaign.
- He joined a rival faction against the King.
What was the consequence of Thomas Becket's return to England as the head of the English Church?
What was the consequence of Thomas Becket's return to England as the head of the English Church?
- It further angered King Henry II. (correct)
- It led to a successful Crusade.
- It resulted in immediate peace in England.
- It resolved the power struggle with the King.
How long was Thomas Becket banished before returning to England?
How long was Thomas Becket banished before returning to England?
- 4 years
- 7 years
- 5 years
- 6 years (correct)
What was the response to Thomas Becket's death in 1170?
What was the response to Thomas Becket's death in 1170?
What was the outcome of Thomas Becket's reverence following his death?
What was the outcome of Thomas Becket's reverence following his death?
Quel événement a eu lieu en 1164 qui a conduit à la séparation entre Thomas Becket et le roi Henri II?
Quel événement a eu lieu en 1164 qui a conduit à la séparation entre Thomas Becket et le roi Henri II?
Comment la mort de Thomas Becket a-t-elle été perçue en Europe après son assassinat?
Comment la mort de Thomas Becket a-t-elle été perçue en Europe après son assassinat?
Quel titre Thomas Becket a-t-il occupé après son retour en Angleterre?
Quel titre Thomas Becket a-t-il occupé après son retour en Angleterre?
Quelle a été l'une des conséquences de la mort de Thomas Becket en 1170?
Quelle a été l'une des conséquences de la mort de Thomas Becket en 1170?
Pourquoi Thomas Becket a-t-il été banni en France en 1164?
Pourquoi Thomas Becket a-t-il été banni en France en 1164?
Flashcards
Thomas Becket's role in Crusades
Thomas Becket's role in Crusades
Thomas Becket, despite being an important figure in 12th-century England, was not involved in the Crusades.
Becket's conflict with King Henry II
Becket's conflict with King Henry II
Becket disobeyed King Henry II in 1164, leading to banishment.
Becket's 6-year exile
Becket's 6-year exile
Becket was banished to France for 6 years due to conflict with the King.
Becket's return and further conflict
Becket's return and further conflict
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Becket's murder
Becket's murder
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Qui était Thomas Becket ?
Qui était Thomas Becket ?
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Pourquoi Becket a-t-il été exilé ?
Pourquoi Becket a-t-il été exilé ?
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Le retour de Becket
Le retour de Becket
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Le meurtre de Becket
Le meurtre de Becket
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L'héritage de Becket
L'héritage de Becket
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Study Notes
Thomas Becket
- Thomas Becket, a historical figure, was a controversial Archbishop of Canterbury
- In 1164, Becket defied King Henry II, leading to his exile from England
- Becket was banished to France for 6 years
- Later, Becket returned to England as the Archbishop
- Becket's opposition to the king angered him further
- King Henry II's knights murdered Becket on December 29th
- After his death, Becket gained popularity as a saint in England
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Explore the life and legacy of Thomas Becket, the controversial Archbishop of Canterbury. This quiz covers his defiance against King Henry II, his exile in France, and the events leading to his martyrdom. Discover how Becket became a revered saint in England after his death.
