The Reformation Flashcards
During early life Henry was described as a ???
Defender of the faith
Why did Henry campaign against the Catholic Church
Failed to annul marriage
Corruption allegations in church
Impact of Protestant ideas
What was the Act of succession
Stated that only children from Henry’s second marriage were legitimate
What was the act of supremacy
King controlled church, Henry had power pope previously had
Summary of Elizabeth Barton
Nun of Kent, Claimed to have visions
Envisioned kings death and criticised Protestant ideas
1533 confessed to lying about visions
1534 executed for treason
Summary on John fisher
Cardinal,Scholar
condemned attempts of divorce
Refused to take oath
1535- executed for treason
Summary of Thomas Moore
Scholar renowned throughout Europe
Refuses oaths
Trialed for decision-remained silent
Year in prison
Trial again “evidence found”
1535 executed for treason
Significance of Thomas more
Became martyr
Created fear in England
Threats, excommunicate Henry by pope
