How did Henry VIII initiate the Reformation?
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Key learning points
- In this lesson, we will be learning about Henry VIII - one of the most famous English monarchs in history. We will learn about Martin Luther's creation of a new branch of Christianity, called Protestantism and how Henry VIII changed the official religion of England from Catholicism to Protestantism in order to get his way. We will conclude by learning about his six wives.
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- Contains conflict or violence.
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Adult supervision suggested
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5 Questions
Q1.
Which three men thought they were the rightful successor to the throne in 1066?
Edward the Confessor
Tostig Godwinson
Q2.
What was King Henry II rumoured to have shouted after discovering Becket had excommunicated priests?
"Bring me his head!"
"Who will murder this treacherous priest?"
"Will no one rid me of this treasonous scoundrel?"
Q3.
Which Crusade did Richard I fight in?
the First Crusade
the Second Crusade
Q4.
Tick two actions that made King John a bad king.
He persecuted Jewish people.
He said "I would have sold London if I could find a buyer."
Q5.
Why did Edward I build castles in Wales?
To increase the number of homes he had access to.
To show the people of Wales that he was very rich.
4 Questions
Q1.
What three things was Henry VIII most famous for? Be careful, as you only get the point if you get all 3 right!
Becoming obese in later life
Building Hampton Court Palace
Q2.
Which branch of Christianity did Martin Luther form?
Catholicism
Q3.
What was the main reason Henry VIII chose to leave the Roman Catholic Church?
He did not like giving the Pope money.
He wanted to be the leader of the Church.
Q4.
Which two of Henry VIII's wives were beheaded? Be careful, as you only get the point if you get both right!
Anne of Cleves
Catherine of Aragon
Catherine Parr
Jane Seymour