Henry VIII - Government (1509-1540)

Question 1

What were the two main functions of Parliament during Henry’s early reign?

Answer 1

Pass laws and secure Crown revenue

Question 2

Before 1529, how many times did Henry summon Parliament?

Answer 2

Four times:
1510
1512
1515
1523

Question 3

How many times was Parliament called whilst Wolsey held influence in Government?

Answer 3

Once (1523)

Question 4

What was the name of the Parliament held to carry out the Break from Rome?

Answer 4

The ‘Reformation Parliament’

Question 5

How long did the Parliament that carried out the Break from Rome sit for?

Answer 5

November 1529 - April 1536

Question 6

When was the Council Learned in Law abolished?

Answer 6

January 1510

Question 7

How did Wolsey look to limit the influence of the Privy Chamber?

Answer 7

Tried to replace those who didn’t trust him with his own lackeys

Question 8

Did Wolsey successfully control the Privy Chamber?

Answer 8

Not really - most of those whom he had removed ended up regaining their positions and influence