History - Elizabethan England Flashcards
Who is Martin Luther?
A German priest whose thesis attacked the catholic church as being corrupt and sparked the protestant Reformation.
What is the Protestant Reformation?
16 century European event in which a new form of Christianity was formed focusing on reducing ceremony and corruption
What is the Catholic Church?
Traditional European Christian faith led by the Pope in Rome very Ceremonial
What is Divine Right?
The belief that the king is chosen by god and has the rule over the country
What is the Great Chain Of Bieng?
The idea that everything in the universe had its place in a strict hierarchy, with God at the top, followed by its monarchy
What problems did Elizabeth I face?
Religious problems
Rebellion because of the constant swap between the Catholic and Protestant Faiths
Trading and making alliances
The Renaissance
How long did Henry VII rule for and Which part of Christianity was he?
He ruled from 1485 - 1509 and was Catholic
How long did Henry VIII rule for and which part of Christianity as he?
He ruled from 1509 - 1547 and was Catholic then Protestant
How long did Edward VI rule for and which part of Christianity was he?
He ruled from 1547 - 1553 and was protestant
How long did Lady Jane Grey rule for and which part of Christianity was she?
She ruled for 9 days and was protestant
How long did Mary I rule for and which part of Christianity was she?
She ruled from 1553 - 1558 and was Catholic
How long Did Elizabeth rule for and what part of Christianity was she?
She ruled from 1558 - 1603 and was protestant
Who were the gentry?
New wealthy class of merchants and farmers who bought monastic land
Who were the Yeoman?
Minor land owning farmers
Who were the nobliity?
The traditional ruling elite landowners and title holders
