Marys Execution, 1587

Question 1

Problems if Mary is found guilty in trial.

Answer 1

• Elizabeth will have to let her go back to Scotland for trial.
• If she doesn’t give Mary back to Scotland, Elizabeth will be accused of helping a murderer.

Question 2

Problems if Mary is found innocent in trial.

Answer 2

-Elizabeth would let her go, meaning she can raise an army, and becomes an even bigger threat.

Question 3

What was the Act of Preservation of the Queens Safety, 1585?

Answer 3

States that:

-If Elizabeth is assassinated, Mary must be found guilty or else she would be queen of England.

Question 4

Why was Mary queen of Scots executed, 1587?

Answer 4

• The Act of preservation of the queens safety meant they should find her guilty.
• Walsigham’s evidence was enough for Mary to be found guilty, babington plot etc.
• It was clear that Spain wanted to attack England, it was rumoured Spanish troops had landed in Wales, making Mary even more of a threat.