What were the causes and consiquences of Cade's Rebellion, 1450 Flashcards
1
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What was the trigger for Cade’s Rebellion?
A
The death of Suffolk
2
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What were other long-term causes of the Rebellion?
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- Taxes being unfairly levied to pay off crown debt
- Injust administration
- Favourites in court
3
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Who did the people blame for the Country’s mismanagement?
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The evil councillors NOT the king
4
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Who did the people believe should help the King?
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York
5
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What was the main consequence of Cade’s?
A
It displayed the extent to which Henry was incompetent and how much his Government had failed
6
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What did York’s delayed return allow for?
A
Somerset to move to hand of the King
7
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What did it suggest about York as an enemy?
A
He had popular support
