Edward VI

Question 1

What act was passed in 1536 regarding monasteries?

Answer 1

The act for the dissolution of the smaller monasteries

Monasteries with an annual income of less than £200 were shut down and their property transferred to the King.

Question 2

What happened in 1539 concerning monasteries?

Answer 2

Another act was passed for the dissolution of the greater monasteries

This led to the dissolution of larger monasteries and the transfer of their wealth and property to the King.

Question 3

What were the effects of the dissolution of monasteries?

Answer 3

The effects included:
* Monks and nuns lost their homes
* Henry VIII became very wealthy
* Pilgrimage of Grace rebellion
* Loss of culture and history

Question 4

At what age did Edward VI become king?

Answer 4

9 years old

Question 5

What was Edward VI’s religious affiliation?

Answer 5

Protestant

Question 6

What did Edward VI continue during his reign?

Answer 6

The reform of the Church

Question 7

Fill in the blank: In 1536, the act for the dissolution of the smaller monasteries was passed, shutting down monasteries with an annual income of less than _______.

Answer 7

£200

Question 8

True or False: The dissolution of the greater monasteries occurred before the dissolution of the smaller monasteries.

Answer 8

False

Question 9

Changes?

Answer 9

Introduced a new Protestant prayer book
• Services were said in English, not Latin.
• The altar was replaced with a simple wooden table
• Stained glass windows were removed from churches
• The Mass was abolished and replaced with the Protestant Holy Communion service.
• Priests had to wear simple robes rather than fancy vestments.
• Priests were allowed to marry.
• Saints days were abolished.