Up To 1453

Question 1

Name two members of Henry’s household before 1453

Answer 1

John Trevelyan and Thomas Daniel

Question 2

How much was in the annuity given to Somerset by Margaret of Anjou?

Answer 2

100 marks

Question 3

What is the significance of Somerset being close to the King’s Household?

Answer 3

The household had previously supported Suffolk- they were desperate to prevent York from dominating

Question 4

What happened in 1452 that caused Somerset and Henry VI to travel the borders and punish Yorkist supporters?

Answer 4

York’s march on Dartford

Question 5

Who was Edmund Beaufort descended from that could give him a claim to the throne?

Answer 5

John of Gaunt

Question 6

How does Somerset use his status as a lancastrian?

Answer 6

To actively exclude Yorkist propaganda within court and also allows him to be close with Henry as the King.

Question 7

Who is born in October 1453 undermining Richard of York’s potential coup?

Answer 7

Prince Edward of Wales

Question 8

Which Parlaiment is York excluded from in 1453?

Answer 8

Reading Parlaiment