Tudor Society Flashcards
1
Q
How any nobility were there?
A
40-60
2
Q
What proportion of land available for cultivation did they own?
A
10%
3
Q
How many gentry families were there?
A
5,000
4
Q
About how many yeomen were there by 1600?
A
60,000
5
Q
What proportion of English people were living on the margins of subsistence?
A
40%
6
Q
What elements made up the monarch’s court?
A
Privy Chamber - most intimate relation to monarch - important servants, could approach regularly
Royal Household - servants in the castle e.g. kitchen, stablehands incl. Master of the Horse
Privy Council - politicians chosen by monarch for advice. Can’t completely reject their views but can remove those he doesn’t like
Exechequer - collects money
Regional councils - places far from London e.g. Wales
JPs - local law & order
