Elizabeth I and Mary, Queen of Scots
I can explain why Mary, Queen of Scots was executed.
Elizabeth I and Mary, Queen of Scots
I can explain why Mary, Queen of Scots was executed.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- Religious differences between the Catholic Mary and Presbytarian Scotland led to Mary having to flee the country.
- Mary Queen of Scots, a Catholic, was seen by many as the rightful heir to Elizabeth's throne.
- There were a number of plots to execute Elizabeth and replace her with Mary.
- Mary had been imprisoned from when she arrived in England.
- Mary was executed in 1587 for her role in the Babington Plot.
Common misconception
Mary, Queen of Scots and 'Bloody Mary' were the same person.
The two Marys were cousins, not the same person. Mary was a very common name at this time.
Keywords
Plot - a plot is a secret plan to do something illegal or wrong
Execution - an execution is the act of carrying out a sentence of death as a form of punishment
Figurehead - a figurehead is a person who is in the position of leader but has no real power, or a person in whose name a movement is organised
Presbyterian - a Presbyterian is a type of Protestant who believes the Church should be governed by a group of Elders rather than bishops
Spymaster - a spymaster is the head of an organisation of spies
Content guidance
- Contains subject matter which individuals may find upsetting.
Supervision
Adult supervision suggested.
Licence
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