Queen takes queen? The Revolt of the Northern Earls Flashcards
What was the name of the Bishop of Durham and when was he appointed?
James Pilkington, 1561
What year did Elizabeth I introduce her religious settlement?
1559
Why was Elizabeth not seen legitimate to the throne.
Elizabeth’s legitimacy was questioned because Henry VIII and Anna Boleyn’s marriage was seen as illegitimate.
Why was Mary Queen of Scots a threat to Elizabeth?
- Support form both Scotland and France
* She was a Catholic - potentials figure head
Which two did the Court plot aim to marry and why?
Mary Queen of Scots and Norfolk because nobles were concerned that if Elizabeth died there would be no heir to succeed the throne
Which three nobles were involved in the Court plots?
- Norfolk
- Earl of Northumberland
- Earl of Westmorland
Who did the Court plot aim to remove and why?
William Cecil because the nobles were concerned about the influence Cecil has on Elizabeth
What was the four main factors that cause the rebellion to happen?
- Religious concerns
- Political concerns
- Economic concerns of the northern earls
- Arrival of Mary Queen of Scots
What was the northern earls economic concerns?
Lack of opportunities in government had economic consequences on both the Earl of Northumberland and Westmorland . (Loss of power meant loss of wealth)
When Elizabeth refused to grant Earl of Northumberland £1,000 to fund the copper mine that was discovered on his land. He lost the mine due to lack of money which caused hostility.
What year did Mary Queen of Scots arrive to England?
1568
Why did the relationship between Spain and England deteriorate?
Ships carrying gold took refuge in England from piracy . Cecil convinced Elizabeth to confiscate the gold from those ships to prevent Spain to fund the war in the Netherlands against Protestants
What city did the rebellion start in?
In Durham in November 1569
Why was the siege of Barnard castle significant?
Barnard castle was fortress in South West of County Durham which guarded river Tees. It had been the Crowns property since the late 15th century and was an important stronghold.
What were the four main reasons why the northern rebellion failed?
- Failure in the leadership of the Northern Rising
- The Governments response to the Northern Rising
- Lack of widespread support for the Northern Rising in England
- Lack of international support for the Northern Rising
Who did Elizabeth give power to in the north?
Her loyal Protestants to try to gain control in the north.
