1.1 Introducing Elizabeth and her England Flashcards
1
Q
When was Elizabeth I crowned Queen of England? How old?
A
January 1559, aged 25
2
Q
Who was Elizabeth I father?
A
Henry VIII
3
Q
She was the last of the Tudors. From when did they rule?
A
1485-1603
4
Q
Henry VIII- reign and religion
A
He reigned from 1509-47, made himself head of English Church so he could divorce and remarry. The Church remained Catholic but still had some Protestant influences.
5
Q
Edward VI- reign and religion
A
1547-53, he was a Protestant: removed decoration from churches, replaced Latin prayer book with an English version.
6
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Mary I- reign and religion
A
Reigned from 1553-58. Daughter of Henry VIII and Catherine of Aragon. She was a Catholic and married Philip II of Spain. Executed over 300 Protestants who refused to change their religion.
