Edward VI Government

Question 1

How did Henry VIII transfer power to Edward VI

Answer 1

He appoints a council of nobles which shared power equally until Edward becomes of age

Question 2

Who did power actually transfer to after Henry died in 1547

Answer 2

Edward Seymour strengthed his position within the regency council and became Edwards regent

Question 3

Did Edward have any power

Answer 3

no all power was in the hands of his regent

Question 4

What was the weakness of the regency council

Answer 4

It was filled with nobles trying to take advantage of the young king to gain more influence and power

Question 5

What happened to Edward Seymour (Duke of Somerset) in 1552

Answer 5

Deposed and executed by the Duke of Northumberland

Question 6

changes to parliament during Edward’s reign

Answer 6

Parliament was called 5 times in 6 years

Parliament became more important during Edward’s reign

Parliament was the instrument of change during religious reforms

The changes were statutory not royal
The House Of Commons where anxious about threats to material interests e.g. chanteries bill