Henry VII - The Great Council Flashcards
1
Q
What was The Great Council?
A
A gathering of the House of Lords
2
Q
Who did The Great Council meet without?
A
The House of Commons
3
Q
What clearly defined functions did the Great Council have?
A
None, it was a occasional rather than a personal body.
4
Q
Was The Great Council and occasional or a permanent body?
A
Occasional body
5
Q
How many times did The Great Council meet throughout Henry VII’s reign?
A
5
6
Q
What issues did the Great Council usually meet over?
A
War or rebellion
7
Q
Give an advantage of The Great Council?
A
It was a means of binding the nobility to key decisions relating to national security.
