The break with Rome and everything else. Flashcards
What action did Henry take after failing to persuade the Pope for a divorce?
Henry sacked Wolsey and appointed Cromwell in his place.
What did Cromwell arrange regarding Henry’s marriage to Catherine?
Cromwell arranged for Henry’s marriage to Catherine to be declared illegal.
What was the Pope’s reaction to Henry’s actions?
The Pope was furious and excommunicated Henry!
What does excommunicated mean?
To be officially excluded from participation in the holy sacraments and services of the Christian Church.
Some believed this meant you would be sent to hell!
Why was Henry’s excommunication a huge problem for him and possibly all of England?
It raised significant concerns about the importance of religion and its implications for Henry’s rule.
What was Henry VIII’s official religion before the English Reformation?
Catholicism
True or False: Henry VIII was excommunicated by the Pope.
True
Fill in the blank: Henry VIII established the __________ to break away from the Catholic Church.
Church of England
Which Act allowed Henry VIII to become the Supreme Head of the Church of England?
The Act of Supremacy
Multiple Choice: Which of the following was a reason for Henry VIII’s break from the Catholic Church? A) Desire for a male heir B) Religious beliefs C) Economic gain
A) Desire for a male heir
Fill in the blank: Henry VIII’s six marriages were largely driven by his need for a __________.
male heir
What was the name of the Protestant reformer whose ideas influenced Henry VIII’s break from the Catholic Church?
Martin Luther
Multiple Choice: Which of the following did Henry VIII NOT do after becoming the head of the Church of England? A) Translate the Bible into English B) Establish new Protestant doctrines C) Dissolve monasteries
B) Establish new Protestant doctrines
What title did Henry VIII take after the Act of Supremacy?
Supreme Head of the Church of England
Fill in the blank: The __________ was a document issued by Henry VIII that rejected the authority of the Pope.
Act of Supremacy
Which of Henry VIII’s wives was executed for failing to produce a male heir?
Anne Boleyn
Multiple Choice: What was one of the key differences between Catholicism and the Church of England under Henry VIII? A) Belief in the Trinity B) Authority of the Pope C) Use of Latin in Mass
B) Authority of the Pope
True or False: Henry VIII’s religious policies were consistent and unwavering throughout his reign.
False
What was the main reason Henry VIII dissolved the monasteries?
To gain wealth and land
True or False: Henry VIII allowed other Protestant reformers to influence the Church of England significantly.
False
Fill in the blank: Henry VIII’s later reign saw a return to more __________ practices within the Church of England.
Catholic
What was one of the main reasons for the corruption of the Church during Henry VIII’s time?
The accumulation of wealth and land by the Church, leading to greed and abuse of power.
True or False: The Church was heavily involved in political matters during Henry VIII’s reign.
True
What practice allowed Church officials to gain wealth from richer people?
Think of the corruption!
The selling of indulgences.
Multiple Choice: What was one consequence of the Church’s corruption during Henry VIII’s time? A) Increased public trust B) Rise of Protestantism C) Strengthening of the monarchy
B) Rise of Protestantism
True or False: The Church maintained a strict moral code that all members adhered to.
False
What was the impact of clerical immorality on public perception of the Church?
It led to widespread criticism of the Church’s authority.
What was one primary reason for the break with Rome?
The desire for King Henry VIII to annul his marriage to Catherine of Aragon.
True or False: The Pope granted Henry VIII’s request for an annulment.
False
Fill in the blank: The Act of __________ allowed Henry VIII to become the Supreme Head of the Church of England.
Supremacy
What was a significant political reason for the break with Rome?
Henry VIII wanted to consolidate power and reduce the influence of the Pope.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following was a religious reason for the break with Rome? A) Desire for a male heir B) Influence of Martin Luther C) Economic gain D) All of the above
D) All of the above
What role did the English Reformation play in the break with Rome?
It marked the shift from Catholicism to Protestantism in England under Henry VIII’s rule.
True or False: Henry VIII’s break with Rome was solely based on personal reasons.
False
What was the impact of the break with Rome on the English church structure?
It established the Church of England with the monarch as its head.
Fill in the blank: The dissolution of __________ was a financial motive behind the break with Rome.
the monasteries
What was one social reason for the break with Rome?
Growing resentment towards the privileges of the clergy and church wealth.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following documents formalized the break with Rome? A) The Bible B) The Act of Supremacy C) The Magna Carta D) The Treaty of Versailles
B) The Act of Supremacy
What was Henry VIII’s relationship with Anne Boleyn in the context of the break with Rome?
Anne Boleyn was a key figure in Henry’s desire for an annulment and his subsequent break with Rome.
True or False: The break with Rome was a sudden decision made by Henry VIII.
False
Fill in the blank: The break with Rome ultimately paved the way for the __________ of England.
Protestant Reformation
What role did the marriage to Catherine of Aragon play in the break with Rome?
Henry’s frustration over not having a male heir with Catherine contributed to his desire to annul the marriage.
