Monarch Flashcards

1
Q

What was the ‘divine right’?

A

monarch was chosen by God and had the authority to rule

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2
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What was Queen Elizabeth allowed to reinforce?

A

declare war and make peace
call and dismiss parliament
rule in some legal cases
grant titles, lands, money and jobs

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3
Q

Define Patronage

A

provide someone with an important job/position

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4
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What the purpose of being a patron?

A

getting support from people and controlling them

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5
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Who was the Secretary of State until 1573?

A

Sir William Cecil

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6
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Define Royal prerogative:

A

special rights only the monarch could reinforce

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7
Q

Legitimacy is essential to secure the throne

A

True

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8
Q

What led to the English Reformation?

A

Pope’s refusal to grant the divorce

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9
Q

Define Roman Catholicism

A

form or christinaity
allegiance to Pope(head of Catholic Church)

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10
Q

Why was the Queen defiant on marrying?

A

only suitable rank would be a foreign prince however he would prioritise his nation before England.

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11
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What was another reason the Queen was defiant on marrying?

A

her husband would be seen as a figure of authority- expected to be obedient

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12
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What was the perception of women in the Elizabethan Period?

A

not capable of governing- should be under the authority of men and obey them

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