Henry VIII Flashcards
What year did Henry VIII become King of England?
1509
Who was the first wife of Henry VIII?
Catherine of Aragon
When did Henry VIII break from Rome?
1534
Why did Henry break from Rome?
Because Pope Clement refused Henry’s divorce
When was Henry’s chancellor Thomas Wolsey appointed?
1515
When was the Field of the Cloth of Gold held?
7th of June 1520
Why was the Field of the Cloth of Gold held?
To bring England and France together to improve the relationship between the two rival countries.
When was Henry VIII given the title ‘Defender of the Faith’?
1521
Why was Henry given the title ‘Defender of the Faith’?
Because he failed to get an annulment with his first wife, Catherine of Aragon
Why did Henry want an annulment with Catherine of Aragon?
Because she provided a female heir and Henry needed a male. Henry believed that a female heir would cause disruptions in England and could eventually lead to a civil war.
Who would Henry replace for Catherine?
Anne Boleyn. Wolsey was tasked to get an annulment for Henry. This was called ‘The King’s great matter.’
When did the Act of Supremacy take place?
1534
What was the Act of Supremacy?
The Pope was replaced by Henry VIII and Henry became head of the church of England.
When did the Pilgrimage of Grace occur?
October 1936 - February 1537.
What was the Pilgrimage of Grace?
a rebellion in which common people were against Henry’s break from Rome.
