Chapter 1 Henry VIII Flashcards
1
Q
When and where was Henry VIII born?
A
Greenwich, England on 28th of June 1491.
2
Q
Who were his wives?
A
Catherine of Aragon, Anne Boleyn, Jane Seymour, Anne of Cleves, Catherine Howard and Catherine Parr.
3
Q
Who were his legitimate children?
A
Mary, Elizabeth and Edward.
4
Q
Which wives did he divorce?
A
Catherine of Aragon and Anne of Cleves.
5
Q
Which wives did he behead?
A
Anne Boleyn and Catherine Howard.
6
Q
Which wife died after child birth?
A
Jane Seymour.
7
Q
Why did he fall out with the pope?
A
Because he did not grant his divorce with Catherine of Aragon .
8
Q
What was the main reason for Henry divorcing Catherine of Aragon?
A
Anne Boleyn was pregnant at the time and it could have been his male hier to the throne.
9
Q
Who succeeded Henry’s throne?
A
Edward.
