marys claim to the throne Flashcards
1
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what was Mary’s claim to the throne
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2
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why was Mary important
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- catholic nobility would support her claim to the throne
- there were no concerns about her illegitimacy whereas Liz’s mother , Anne Boleyn’s marriage was viewed as invalid by many catholics
- Mary would be at the centre of catholic plots against Liz
3
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why did MQAS flee to England in 1568
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when Francis II died MQS returned to Scotland + married lord darnely & predicted a heir
- darnely was murdered & Mary then married the EOB
- Scot’s assumed she murdered darnely
4
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how did Mary pose a Threat to Liz
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- by remaining in England Mary could encourage rebellion as many members of the catholic nobility believed they could overthrow Liz + put Mary on the throne
- however taking action against Mary would reduce Elizabeth’s own power + status