Maintenance of stability - role of the crown

Question 1

How important was the monarchy to maintaining stability?

Answer 1

• Most important agent in the maintenance of stability

- Divine right- ultimate authority

Question 2

How did Tudor Monarchs reinforce their authority?

Answer 2

• Office holders had to swear oaths of allegiance
• Individuals and institutions swore oaths of succession and supremacy
• Monarchs issued proclamations which were out in churches and marketplaces

Question 3

How did the crown use propaganda to maintain stability?

Answer 3

Henry VII- Tudor Rose
Henry VIII- Paintings presented physical presence and power
Elizabeth- Paintings, royal progresses and pageants

Question 4

How did the crown use patronage to maintain stability?

Answer 4

Henry VII- order of the Garter- Ultimate sign of honour to the kind

• Use of peerages, knighthoods and monopolies
• Rewards attracted and encouraged loyalty
• Highly important to retain, the loyalty of Nobility- Nobility were used to put down unrest