Throckmorton plot Flashcards
1
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When was the Throckmorton Plot?
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1583
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Q: What was the aim of the Throckmorton Plot?
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A: To overthrow Elizabeth I and replace her with Mary, Queen of Scots, with the help of Spanish and French forces.
3
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Q: Who was involved in the Throckmorton Plot?
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A: Francis Throckmorton, Spanish ambassador Mendoza, and Catholic supporters.
4
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Q: How was the Throckmorton Plot uncovered?
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Throckmorton was arrested and tortured, revealing details of the plot.
5
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What was the outcome of the Throckmorton Plot?
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Throckmorton was executed in 1584, Mendoza was expelled, and a crackdown on Catholics followed.
