18. The Problem Of Gender Under Mary Flashcards
Who was the only previous female ruler of England?
Matilda
When did Matilda rule?
The twelfth century
What did Matilda’s rule lead to?
A civil war with Stephen
Why were women considered to be poor rulers?
-unable to control faction
-unable to lead an army into battle
-when they married, they were expected to be subservient to their husband
-women were considered to be irrational and at the mercy of their hormones
What happened if a woman ruler married an Englishman?
Her husbands family would dominate court
What happened if a woman ruler married a foreigner?
It may lead to foreign domination
Who was a famous critic of female leaders?
Scottish Calvinist John Knox
What did John Knox write?
The First Blast And Trumpet Against This Monstrous Regimen of Women
When did John Knox write his book?
1558
