Kett's Rebellion

Question 1

When did the Kett’s rebellion take place?

Answer 1

1549

Question 1

How long did Kett’s rebellion last?

Answer 1

5-6 months, June through to November

Question 2

Where did the Kett’s rebellion take place?

Answer 2

Midlands/ Eastern England

Question 3

Who led Kett’s rebellion?

Answer 3

Robert Kett, a Norfolk Yeoman

Question 4

What was the main cause of Kett’s rebellion?

Answer 4

Enclosure. The rebellion sought to speed up the removal of Enclosure.

Question 5

What is unique about Kett’s rebellion?

Answer 5

The rebels were in support of the new anti-enclosure policy, meaning this rebellion was in support rather than against the King or one of their policies.

Question 6

How threatening was Kett’s rebellion?

Answer 6

Very threatening;
-Had 16,000 rebels
-Several counties were in riot along with the Western rising came at the same time.
-Somerset fell soon after the rebellion was put down.

Question 7

Why was Kett’s rebellion unsuccessful?

Answer 7

London remained loyal to the King.

Question 8

Key figures of Kett’s rebellion

Answer 8

16,000 rebels