wolsey rise and fall

Question 1

what made Wolsey different compared to other chancellors

Answer 1

• he was a commoner and not tied to nobility
• this later proved to be one of the reasons as to why the nobles disliked him towards the end of his rise.

Question 2

how did he first rise to power

Answer 2

> during the Battle of Spurs as he was more willing to deal and meet Henry’s expectations.
This led to him becoming Henry’s chief advisor

Question 3

when did he become Chief Minister

Answer 3

1514

Question 4

what occurred with Wolsey in 1515

Answer 4

• had become cardinal to the Catholic church
• Became Lord chancellor

Question 5

what happened in 1518 with Wolsey and his cardinalship

Answer 5

• was granted papal legate
  This meant he had powers similar to the Pope and was used when in countries such as England
• this was granted for life in 1524 and meant he became powerful and was able to pass the rules and power of the Church under papal legate