Monarch Flashcards
What was the ‘divine right’?
monarch was chosen by God and had the authority to rule
What was Queen Elizabeth allowed to reinforce?
declare war and make peace
call and dismiss parliament
rule in some legal cases
grant titles, lands, money and jobs
Define Patronage
provide someone with an important job/position
What the purpose of being a patron?
getting support from people and controlling them
Who was the Secretary of State until 1573?
Sir William Cecil
Define Royal prerogative:
special rights only the monarch could reinforce
Legitimacy is essential to secure the throne
True
What led to the English Reformation?
Pope’s refusal to grant the divorce
Define Roman Catholicism
form or christinaity
allegiance to Pope(head of Catholic Church)
Why was the Queen defiant on marrying?
only suitable rank would be a foreign prince however he would prioritise his nation before England.
What was another reason the Queen was defiant on marrying?
her husband would be seen as a figure of authority- expected to be obedient
What was the perception of women in the Elizabethan Period?
not capable of governing- should be under the authority of men and obey them
