Mary Flashcards
What was Mary I’s nickname and why was she called that?
‘Bloody Mary’ due to her persecution of Protestants and the executions during her reign
The nickname reflects the violent religious conflicts of her time.
What were the mission objectives regarding Mary I?
- Understand how and why ‘Bloody Mary’ got her nickname
- Decide whether she deserved her nasty nickname
When did Mary I become queen and what was her age at that time?
Mary I became queen in 1553 at the age of 37
What was Mary I’s religious affiliation?
Devout Catholic
What changes did Mary I implement upon becoming queen?
- England became officially Catholic again
- The Pope was reinstated as the Head of the English and Welsh Churches
- Churches were redecorated with stone altars, painted walls, and statues
- Married priests were forced to leave their positions
- Church services and prayer books returned to Latin
How did Protestants react to Mary I’s changes?
They were unhappy and frustrated with the religious changes
What did Mary I promise regarding Lady Jane Grey?
Mary promised not to kill Lady Jane Grey but later ordered her execution
How many people were burned to death because they refused to convert to Catholicism during Mary I’s reign?
Approximately 300 people
Who were the majority of those executed during Mary I’s persecutions?
- Humble shopkeepers
- Carpenters
- Farmers
- Housewives
What was the total number of individuals burned to death according to Source F?
300
Which Tudor monarch executed more people than Mary I?
Henry VIII
What does the term ‘martyr’ mean?
Someone who is prepared to die for their beliefs
What might affect the reliability of John Fox’s ‘Book of Martyrs’?
It was written from a Protestant perspective during a time of conflict
Why might modern historians be biased against Mary I?
All monarchs following her were Protestants, influencing historical accounts
What was a common public reaction in London at the time of Mary’s death?
Bells rang and bonfires were made in celebration
