8 The doctrinal and political position of the Reformation by 1536

Question 1

What major events occured in early 1536

Answer 1

• Catherine of Aragon died in January
• Anne Boleyn was executed

Question 2

What was so significant about Catherine of Aragon’s death in January 1536

Answer 2

In Catholic’s eyes, Henry could re-marry, his and Anne’s marriage was valid, and their childeren would also be legitimate