Early Modern Flashcards
1
Q
The Reformation - Henry VIII split with the Ctaholic Church and created the Church of England
A
1534
2
Q
Houses of correction built in every county to punish and employ vagabonds
A
1576
3
Q
Gunpowder plot fails
A
1605
4
Q
Last execution for heresy, signaling the end of religious uncertainty
A
1612
5
Q
Witch hunts - 250 cases of witchcraft were brought to authorities by Matthew Hopkins
A
1645 - 1647
6
Q
Transportation first used as a punishment
A
1678
7
Q
Habeas Corpus Act prevented authorities from locking a person up without a trial
A
1679
