How Does Henry Assert His Authority Flashcards
What title did Henry VIII claim to assert his authority over the Church of England?
Supreme Head of the Church of England.
True or False: Henry VIII’s authority was challenged by the Pope.
True.
Fill in the blank: Henry VIII’s break with the Catholic Church was primarily motivated by his desire for a _____ .
divorce.
Which Act passed in 1534 formally recognized Henry VIII’s authority over the Church?
The Act of Supremacy.
What was the significance of the Dissolution of the Monasteries?
It allowed Henry VIII to consolidate power and wealth by closing monasteries and appropriating their lands.
Multiple choice: What was one of the main reasons Henry VIII sought to assert his authority?
To secure a male heir.
Who was Thomas Cromwell in relation to Henry VIII’s authority?
He was Henry VIII’s chief minister and played a key role in the English Reformation.
True or False: Henry VIII used marriage alliances to strengthen his political authority.
True.
What was the role of the Royal Supremacy during Henry VIII’s reign?
It established the monarch as the ultimate authority in religious matters.
Fill in the blank: Henry VIII’s establishment of the Church of England was a key step in the _____ movement.
Reformation.
What was the impact of the Act of Uniformity (1549)?
It enforced the use of the Book of Common Prayer in English churches.
Short answer: How did Henry VIII’s reign affect the nobility’s power?
Henry VIII diminished the power of the nobility by centralizing authority and redistributing land.
Multiple choice: Which of the following was NOT a way Henry VIII asserted his authority?
Establishing a democratic parliament.
What was the significance of the Pilgrimage of Grace in 1536?
It was a major uprising against Henry VIII’s religious reforms and showcased opposition to his authority.
True or False: Henry VIII’s authority was unchallenged throughout his reign.
False.
What was patronage?
Land given to the nobles in return for good service
What was Attainders?
Acts of parliament which declared a person guilty of treason and the loss of their property
