Mary Queen Of Scots - A Threat Flashcards
1
Q
What religion was Mary
A
Catholic
2
Q
Why was she forced to flee to England
A
- unpopular in Scotland - suspected of killing husband
3
Q
Why was Mary a threat
A
- next heir + catholic
- if E dies, Mary will be queen - England will be catholic
4
Q
What did Elizabeth initially do with Mary
A
- hesitant to execute her
- well treated prisoner for 19 yrs
5
Q
Which plot eventually killed Mary
A
Babington plot 1586
6
Q
When was she executed
A
1587
7
Q
Did Mary’s death solve Elizabeth’s problems
A
- no alternative catholic monarch - would go to James (Protestant)
- could be a martyr
- executing a queen was a dangerous idea
