Mid-Tudor Government Flashcards
1
Q
What is Northumberland’s real name?
A
John Dudley
2
Q
What is Somerset’s real name?
A
Edward Seymour.
3
Q
How much did Somerset spend on the Scottish War?
A
50% more than Henry VIII’s entire war expenditure.
4
Q
How much did Northumberland receive for returning Boulogne?
A
£133,000
5
Q
How quickly did Gresham pay off the country’s Antwerp debts?
A
Two years.
6
Q
What two laws were introduced in 1552?
A
- Poor Law: made contribution to poor-relief near-compulsory.
- Enclosure prevented on arable land.
7
Q
By how much did customs revenue increase under Mary?
A
1553: £28k
1558: £58k
