7.3 Aims of Henry VIII's government + Catherine of Aragon

Question 1

What were the aims of Henry VIII’s government

Answer 1

1. Dismantle the unpopular features of his fathers legacy. e.g. CLIL & B+R
2. Re-establish the traditional role of the nobility
3. Establish himself amongst the European monarchs through marriage
4. Establish himself as a warrior king through success in battle

Question 2

Why was Henry VIII’s marriage to Catherine of Aragon successful

Answer 2

Because they were a match personally, and Catherine had some influence over policy in the early years

Question 3

Why did Henry’s councillors agree to the marriage between Henry and Catherine and Aragon

Answer 3

Because they were eager to get Henry VIII away from political matters

Question 4

Why did the relationship between Catherine and Henry VIII not work out

Answer 4

Because Catherine failed to produce a male heir

Question 5

What did Henry’s increased use of statute law to reach political ends cause

Answer 5

The growing importance of parliament as a result

Question 6

What showed Henry’s impulsiveness

Answer 6

His marriages and the execution of Cromwell, which he regretted deeply afterwards

Question 7

What showed Henry’s ruthlessness

Answer 7

His treatment of Buckingham and Empsom and Dudley

Henry resorted to executing Buckingham for tyranny on the flimsiest of charges