The Reformist and Conservative factions Flashcards
Name three members of the Conservative faction in the last years of Henry’s reign
The Duke of Norfolk, Stephen Gardner, Sir Thomas Wriothesley
Name four members of the Reformist faction in the last years of Henry’s reign
Thomas Cranmer, Katherine Parr, Edward Seymour, Sir William Paget
How did Henry show his independence from the factions in 1540?
He executed three Lutherans and three Catholics on the same day
When was the Prebenderies Plot?
1543
When was the Earl of Surrey executed?
1547
Who was made Captain of Bolougne first?
The Earl of Surrey
Why was the Earl of Surrey demoted from captain?
He tried to attack a French fortress but failed
How did the Howards lose power?
Henry sentenced them for treason after the Earl of Surrey produced a coat of arms referencing Edward the Confessor
Why did the factions fight over the Dry Stamp?
Access to it enabled members of Henry’s inner circle to determine what received Royal assent
Who was put in charge of Edward’s Regents?
Edward Seymour (Edward’s uncle)
When did Henry marry Catherine Howard?
1540
When did Jane Seymour die?
1537
Why did Cromwell choose Anne of Cleves for Henry to marry in 1540?
Allying with Germany gave them an support against France and Spain and Cleves had also split with the Pope
Why was Cromwell arrested?
He had failed to evict a number of hereticals from Calais
Who took over as bishop of Winchester after Wolsey fell and was a member of the conservative faction?
Stephen Gardiner
