Chapter 8 Flashcards
When did Catherine of Aragon die
7th January 1536
What was the significance of Catherine’s death to Henry’s marital status
He could re-marry in the eyes of Catholics
Catherine of Aragon’s death meant that in the eyes of Catholics, he could re-marry. What did this NOT mean however
His marriage to Anne was valid, nor were their children legitimate
What was Cromwell tasked with in 1536 regarding Henry’s marriage
Finding evidence for Anne’s removal, despite being instrumental in her rise to power
Why was Anne Boleyn beheaded
Charged with treason
When was Anne Boleyn beheaded
May 1536
What event (and when) is linked to henry becoming more tyranical
His jousting accident in late January 1536
How many days after Anne’s execution, was Jane Seymour married
10
What Act was passed in June 1536
Second Act of Succession
What did the Second Act of Succession, 1536 state
Mary and Elizabeth were invalid heirs, and the marriages to Catherine and Anne were illegitiamte
As ‘Supreme Head of the Church of England’, wheat did Henry believe it was his duty to do
Reform and purify the Church and it’s practises
What was the new position created for Cromwell in the Henrican Church, and when was it introduced
Vice-gerent in all matters ecclesiastical created in 1534
What powers did Cromwell have as Vice-gerent in all matters ecclesiastical
Power to make changes to the Church
Why was Cromwell reluctant to make changes to the Church, despite his position as vice-gerent in all matters ecclesiastical
He was reluctant to change the doctrine, as this would upset Henry and destabilize the country
How different was the Church in 1536 to what it was in 1529 financially
Act to remove the Annates, 1532 and Act to remove Peter’s Pence, 1534 both helped establish a independant state
