37. The Execution Of Mary Queen Of Scots Flashcards
When did Mary have to abdicate from the Scottish throne?
At the end of 1567
When did Mary flee to England?
1568
Why was having Mary in England dangerous for elizabeth?
She was an anointed queen who had a good claim to the English throne, had an heir, and was a committed Catholic so could be a figurehead for rebellion
Why did elizabeth refuse to let Mary come to court?
The accusation that she had plotted with Lord Bothwell to murder her second husband, Lord Darnley, had not been refuted
How did elizabeth keep Mary away from court?
Put her under house arrest
Why did elizabeth come under increased pressure to execute mary?
Due to her becoming the figurehead for rebellion
Why did elizabeth agree that Mary should face trial?
Due to the discovery of the Babington Plot
Where was Mary to face trial?
Fotheringhay castle
What did elizabeth order once Mary was found guilty?
That no sentence should be pronounced, and she delayed it for four months
What did Parliament do about elizabeth delaying Mary’s sentencing?
They created a petition requesting the execution
When did Elizabeth agree to Mary’s execution?
1 February 1587
Who did elizabeth finally bow to pressure from about Mary’s execution?
Burghley
What was Mary’s execution a factor in causing?
The Spanish Armada
