Sir William Cecil/Lord Burghley Flashcards
Member of the Privy Council
1
Q
What was William Cecil’s religion?
A
Moderate protestant
2
Q
When was William Cecil appointed to the Privy Council?
A
1558
3
Q
What positions did William Cecil hold within the Privy Council?
A
Secretary of State
Lord Treasurer
4
Q
Give three examples of work that William Cecil undertook whilst in the Privy Council:
A
Managed the meetings of parliament
Served as the link between the monarch and parliament
In charge of government finances
5
Q
Was William Cecil part of the nobility?
A
Yes
6
Q
Who in the Privy Council did William Cecil have conflict with?
A
Robert Dudley
