change/continuity Flashcards
(16 cards)
Reformation
The Reformation was when people in Europe, like Martin Luther, wanted to change or reform, the Christian church. This led to the creation or different Christian groups and churches.
The Supremacy Act
A law that made the king, Henry the eighth the leader of the CofE, sperate from the Pope in Rome
Golden Age
When a country had a period of success
Puritans
People in 16th/17th century England that wanted the CofE more focused on religious beliefs.
The English Civil War
Battles in 17th century England between Royalists and Parliamentarians.
Monarchy
A type of government where one person, usually a king or queen, has the most power
Parliament
A group of elected people who make and change the laws in a democratic way
New Model Army
A well organised military force led by Oliver Cromwell during the English Civil War
Wise Women
Woman who knew a lot about medicine and natural remedies and often helped their communities
17th century witch
Usually women with features such as a familiar, a witch’s mark, no shadow and old, live on their own
Witch Craze
A time during 17th century England when around 2000 people were handed in England, Wales and Scotland
Ordeal By Water
In witch trials, they dunked people in water to see if they sank (innocent) or floated (guilty)
Ordeal By Fire
This involved the accused person to handle hot metal or walk on hot coals to prove innocence or guilt
Interrogation
Involves watching ‘witches’, keeping them awake, ‘bleeding them’, ultimately leading to a death sentence
The Printing Press
An invention that made it easier and cheaper to print books and share information
The Royal Society
One of the world’s oldest and most respected scientific groups, in London to support research and discoveries
