Reaction to Religious changes Flashcards
In terms of Protestantism what happened during Edwards reign? (2)
Slow move towards Protestantism at first
Major reforms occurring towards the end of his reign
Why did Edwards changes not have a great impact?
Quickly undone by Mary when she took control
Alongside Edward, whose actions played key roles in Englands Protestant reforms?
Somerset
Northumberland
Largely protestant bishops
Presence of multiple Protestant reformers.
Why were church services and the second prayer book crucial in the move towards Protestantism?
As they exposed the population to reformist ideas
Where was Protestantism greater? (3)
London, the South East and East Anglia
What effect do some argue the rapid changes had?
Left many confused or indifferent
What suggested that Catholicism was still the popular religion?
The rapid restoration of Catholicism
Which reign looks out of place Mary’s or Edward’s? Why?
Edwards as Henry hadn’t made a move towards Protestantism
Why was Mary unsuccesful in controlling Protestant literature? (2)
- Copies of the Second prayer book survived
- A lot of Protestant literature was smuggled from abroad
What was the issue caused by Mary’s inability to make an heir?
Elizabeth’s ascension would ensure the Catholic restoration would not continue
What suggested success in Mary’s religious policy?
The fact it took considerable time for Elizabeth to restore Protestantism
What was the repsonse to Marys changes?
Little opposition to Mary’s religious restoration outside of Parliament and Wyatt’s rebellion
What is the modern historians view on the burnings effect on people converting to Protestantism?
They believed it had minimal effect
What are opinions on Mary’s brunings?
Some have suggested that burnings damaged Mary’s popularity whilst others argue that it had minimal effect
Under Edward, what did not have enough time to make an impact?
The new book of homilies and Catholic new testament
