Consequences of the Reformation Flashcards
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How did the Reformation affect the power of the Pope in England?
The Pope lost all religious and political authority in England; the English monarch now led the national Church.
How did the Reformation change the relationship between the monarchy and the Church?
The Reformation strengthened royal power by making the King or Queen head of the Church and the ultimate religious authority.
In what ways did the Reformation impact ordinary people?s religious practices?
People faced major changes in worship, such as English services, fewer saints? days, and the removal of familiar rituals.
How were priests and church services different after the Reformation?
Priests began wearing simpler robes, preaching in English, and were no longer seen as intermediaries to God.
What was the Pilgrimage of Grace (1536) and what caused it?
The Pilgrimage of Grace (1536) was a large Catholic uprising in northern England protesting the Dissolution of the Monasteries and religious change.
What were the demands of the rebels in the Pilgrimage of Grace?
The rebels demanded the restoration of the monasteries, removal of Cromwell, and return to traditional Catholicism.
How did Henry VIII respond to the Pilgrimage of Grace?
Henry negotiated with the rebels then brutally suppressed the revolt, executing leaders like Robert Aske.
Why did the Pilgrimage of Grace ultimately fail?
It failed due to Henry?s deception, the lack of coordination among rebels, and loyalty of the army to the Crown.
What was the Western Rebellion (also called the Prayer Book Rebellion) of 1549?
The Western Rebellion (1549) opposed Edward VI?s Protestant reforms, particularly the new Book of Common Prayer.
What religious changes prompted the Western Rebellion?
Rebels objected to English services and demanded the restoration of Catholic practices and the Latin Mass.
How did the rebels express their opposition to Edward VI?s reforms?
They issued demands including reviving traditional doctrine, reaffirming transubstantiation, and restoring holy bread and water.
How was the Western Rebellion suppressed?
The rebellion was violently suppressed by government forces, with thousands killed and leaders executed.
Why was the Western Rebellion significant in showing opposition to the Reformation?
It revealed strong regional support for Catholicism and the deep opposition to religious change in rural areas.
How did the English Reformation shape future religious developments in England?
The Reformation established the Church of England, beginning a century of religious conflict and reform in England.
How did the Reformation impact the relationship between England and Catholic Europe?
England became isolated from Catholic Europe, creating tensions with Spain and the Papacy and contributing to war and excommunication.
Why can the Reformation be seen as a turning point in English history?
It marked a major shift in religious, political, and social life, giving the monarchy unprecedented control over religion.
