Rye House Plot Flashcards
1
Q
Cause for plot?
A
Little trust for CII - Catholic feeling, supported France, fear of Louis influence
2
Q
Events of plot? 2
A
- Group plots to kill CII and James
- Plan to ambush them at Rye House
- No attempt to assassinate made
3
Q
Consequences of plot? 3
A
- CII wanted to make example of plotters and excuse to treat Prot opponents harshly
- Number of P’s executed, exiled or arrested
- Gave CII chance to destroy opponents