Mary Queen of Scots Flashcards
1
Q
What were the relations of Elizabeth and Mary queen of scots linked with?
A
The factors of religion and succession
2
Q
What troubles were there with Mary’s marriage with Lord Darnley?
A
.The marriage was a disaster
.Mary was implicated in Darnley’s murder
. A third marriage to the Earl of Brothwell set off a brief civil war in which Mary fled to England
3
Q
When was Mary finally executed?
A
1587
4
Q
How did some English catholics view Mary Queen of Scots?
A
They viewed her as the rightful monarch and she became the focus of plots to overthrow Elizabeth
5
Q
How were protestants and Catholics viewed after Mary’s excommunication?
A
Protestants were deemed loyalists and Catholics were deemed traitors
