Lady Jane Grey Coup

Question 1

In what act did Henry settle his plans for the succession?

Answer 1

The Third Succession Act of 1544.

Question 2

How many signed Edward’s device?

Answer 2

102.

Question 3

How many days did Northumberland wait after Edward’s death to proclaim Lady Jane Grey queen?

Answer 3

Three.

Question 4

What factors made the Coup a threat? (4 points.)

Answer 4

1. It was a conspiracy of powerful elites.
2. It was a direct challenge to the Crown.
3. The “devise” was signed by 102 notable, including judges, bishops, and the entire Privy Council.
4. Jane Grey successfully proclaimed queen.

Question 5

What factors made the Coup less of a threat? (6 points.)

Answer 5

1. The three day delay in proclaiming Jane Grey queen gave Mary time to gather support. Mary was decisive and spoke inspiringly.
2. Northumberland failed to secure Mary.
3. As Northumberland’s son was involved, people saw the Coup as a personal grasp for power.
4. The Navy supported Mary.
5. The legitimate Tudor lines was popular amongst ordinary people.
6. The Privy Council switched allegiances.

Question 6

What were the motives for the Coup? (3 points.)

Answer 6

1. Edward wanted to ensure Protestantism would continue.
2. Lady Jane Grey was married to Northumberland’s son, Guildford Dudley.
3. As Queen, Mary would executed Northumberland.

Question 7

What does Turvey say about the Coup?

Answer 7

He praises “the ease with which Mary upheld her throne” and says it “shows the growing stability of the state.”