Henry VII And Reformation Flashcards
(10 cards)
Who was Henry VIII?
He was the King of England who had 6 wives.
Name Henry VIII’s wives.
Catherine of Aragon, Anne Boleyn, Jane Seymour, Anne of Cleves, Catherine Howard, and Catherine Parr.
Was Henry VIII successful as a ruler?
He was not successful as a ruler.
What was Henry VIII’s public image?
He was seen as an intelligent ruler with an excellent education in language and music, pious for defending the Catholic Church, and able to win wars.
What personal problems did Henry VIII face?
He needed a son/heir, faced challenges from those who considered the Pope a higher authority, and dealt with financial issues due to church practices.
What financial issues did Henry VIII encounter?
The Catholic Church was making people pay for forgiveness, and wars were costly.
What religious issue did Henry VIII face regarding Catherine of Aragon?
Catherine of Aragon was Henry’s sister-in-law, and the Bible stated he should remain childless for marrying her.
What was the Reformation?
A movement where people lost faith in God saving them, leading to weakened religious bonds between countries and corruption in the Church.
What corruption occurred in the Church during the Reformation?
Monks were selling relics and engaging in relationships.
What social issues increased during the Reformation?
There was an increase in poverty and homelessness.
