Mary's Government and the Spanish Marriage Flashcards
What was the primary goal of Mary I’s government?
Restoration of the Catholic faith
Mary prioritized religious issues over other governmental concerns.
How did Christopher Haigh describe Mary I’s popularity?
Reflected considerable devotion to the Catholic faith
Religion was a key element of Mary’s appeal.
What fundamental divisions existed in England during Mary I’s reign?
Fundamental religious divisions between Catholics and Protestants
Who was Sir William Paget?
A chief diplomat and administrator under Henry VIII
Became one of Henry’s two principal secretaries and lost Mary’s confidence due to his Protestant leanings.
What was Bishop Stephen Gardiner’s role during Mary I’s reign?
Lord Chancellor and Marquis of Winchester
He was a valued member of Mary’s council despite her mistrust.
Who was Cardinal Reginald Pole?
A significant religious figure and Archbishop of Canterbury
His influence waned under Pope Paul IV.
What was the outcome of the 1555 bill regarding Protestant exiles?
Defeated by resistance from 80 MPs
Why was Mary I anxious for marriage?
Importance of Catholic succession
Who was the English candidate for Mary I’s marriage?
Edward Courtenay, Earl of Devon
What was the public response to Mary I’s marriage to Philip of Spain?
Rebellion led by Thomas Wyatt in Kent
What stipulations were included in the Queen Mary’s Marriage Act of 1554?
England did not have to join Philip’s wars and Mary was not to leave the country
Fill in the blank: Mary I’s advisors were inexperienced in _______.
government
True or False: Mary I was brought up to rule and had strong political instincts.
False
What was a significant issue with the Courtenay marriage proposal?
He was a subject to Mary, undermining her authority
What gap was left in Mary I’s government after Bishop Gardiner’s death?
A large gap that was never fully filled
What was Mary I’s relationship with her council after Gardiner’s death?
Became more reliant on foreign advisors
