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- Who was the last monarch of the Stuart dynasty?
Queen Anne
Ruled from 1702 to 1714
After her death, the House of Hanover succeeded the Stuarts
- What was the fate of Mary, Queen of Scots?
She was executed in 1587
Accused of plotting against Elizabeth I, her cousin
- What year did the English Civil War begin?
1642
Conflict between King Charles I and Parliament
- Who was the ruling monarch when the Great Fire of London occurred?
King Charles II
The fire happened in 1666
- What was the main economic activity in Scotland during the Industrial Revolution?
Textile manufacturing (especially cotton and wool)
Also known for coal mining and shipbuilding
- What was the title of Henry VIII’s father?
Henry VII
First monarch of the Tudor dynasty
(Henry VII’s main title was King of England and Lord of Ireland. He was also known as Henry Tudor, earl of Richmond, and is considered the founder of the Tudor dynasty. )
- What city was known as the heart of England’s capital during the Tudor period?
London, especially Westminster
It was the political and royal center
- What year was the Spanish Armada defeated?
1588
Defeated by the English navy under Elizabeth I
- What was the nickname for the supporters of Parliament during the English Civil War?
Roundheads
Named for their short hair, unlike the long-haired Royalists
- Who was the main military leader for the Parliamentarians during the English Civil War?
Oliver Cromwell
Led the New Model Army to victory
- What was the significant religious change implemented by Henry VIII?
He broke away from the Roman Catholic Church
Created the Church of England in 1534
Made himself the Supreme Head of the Church
- Who succeeded Elizabeth I as the ruler of England?
James I
Son of Mary, Queen of Scots
First monarch of the Stuart dynasty
- What was the dominant language in London during the Tudor period?
Early Modern English
Developed from Middle English with influences from Latin and French
- Who was the queen known for her Protestant reformation?
Elizabeth I
Restored Protestantism after Mary I’s Catholic reign
- What city was the largest port in Britain after London?
Liverpool
Grew rapidly in the 18th century due to Atlantic trade, including the slave trade
- What was the main industry in Glasgow during the Industrial Revolution?
Shipbuilding
Also known for engineering and textiles
- What was the main religion in Ireland during the reign of James I?
Roman Catholicism remained dominant
Despite efforts to spread Protestantism
- Who was the primary author of the Book of Common Prayer?
Thomas Cranmer
Archbishop of Canterbury under Henry VIII and Edward VI
- What was the primary language of the English court during the Tudor period?
English (Early Modern English)
Replaced French as the language of court and government
- What was the main religion in England during the reign of Elizabeth I?
Protestantism
Established by the Elizabethan Religious Settlement of 1559
- What was the main industry in Northern England during the Industrial Revolution?
Textile manufacturing
Especially cotton and wool production
Cities like Manchester and Leeds became industrial centers
- What city is known for its association with William Shakespeare?
Stratford-upon-Avon
His birthplace and burial place
Also linked to London, where he worked
- What year did the English Reformation begin?
1534
When Henry VIII established the Church of England
- What was the primary cause of the Dissolution of the Monasteries?
driven by King Henry VIII’s desire to seize the vast wealth and land held by the Catholic Church, particularly monasteries. This was partly fueled by his break with the Pope and the establishment of the Church of England, as well as financial needs stemming from costly wars. Allegations of corruption and immoral behavior within monasteries were also used as justification, though this was likely a pretext to facilitate the seizure of their assets.
Monasteries owned vast lands and treasures
He wanted to weaken the Catholic Church in England