Henry VIII Flashcards
Who was Henry VIII’s first wife?
Catherine of Aragon
Catherine was a Spanish princess and previously married to Arthur, Henry’s older brother.
What event led to Henry VIII marrying Catherine of Aragon?
The death of Arthur, Catherine’s first husband
Henry VII arranged the marriage to maintain an alliance with Spain.
What was the significance of Henry VIII’s marriage to Catherine of Aragon?
It represented a friendship between England and Spain.
How long were Henry VIII and Catherine of Aragon married?
Nearly 20 years.
What was Henry VIII’s primary desire that affected his marriage to Catherine?
To have a son.
What was the outcome of Catherine’s pregnancies?
She had six children, but only one, a girl named Mary, survived.
What major action did Henry VIII take in 1533?
He divorced Catherine of Aragon.
What was the Pope’s reaction to Henry VIII’s divorce?
He was furious.
What significant religious change did Henry VIII implement after his divorce?
He made himself the head of the Church of England.
What was the impact of Henry VIII becoming head of the Church of England?
The Pope no longer had control over the English Church.
What was the ‘Dissolution’ of the monasteries?
The process of closing down and breaking up monasteries.
What change did Henry VIII order regarding the Bible in churches?
It was to be read in English, not Latin.
What term do historians use to describe Henry’s changes to the Church?
The Reformation.
Fill in the blank: Henry VIII’s desire for a baby boy began a series of events that altered _________ in England forever.
religion
List the years that are significant in Henry VIII’s marriage to Catherine of Aragon.
- 1501
- 1509
- 1513
- 1527
- 1533
