Problems Of Medieval Kings Flashcards
(28 cards)
Why did he not like Church Courts?
Bc they weren’t as harsh as his courts.
What did the king want to do about churchmen who committed serious crimes?
He wanted them to be trialled in his courts.
What was the view of the church of Canterbury about Henry’s suggestions?
He shouldn’t interfere with gods servants.
Who did Henry appoint as Archbishop of Canterbury in 1162
Thomas becket
When and where was Thomas Becket killed?
December 1770
Canterbury Cathedral
Who killed Thomas Becket?
Henry’s Knights
What did Henry 2nd say when he heard what Becket had done?
Will no one rid me of this troublesome priest.
What sort of ppl did Thomas Becket expel from the church around 1170?
Bishops
Why did Henry and Thomas fall out?
BC Thomas said his duty to the church was greater than his duty to the king
What was introduced in 1380 to raise more money for Kind Richard?
A poll tax
Who had to pay the poll tax?
Everyone over the age of 15 in England apart from London
What did the peasants do when the taxmen came to collect their money?
the peasants hid.
Who was chosen as the leader of the peasants opposition to the tax in Kent?
Watt Tyler
Where did the king meet the peasants initially and later on?
Blackheath then Mile End
What did the Barons make Kind John sign in 1215
Magna Carta
Four reasons why King John was not popular
- His nephew the was the proper heir and it was said that he killed him.
- He made new taxes
- France was planning to take his French land
- He quarrelled with the pope so they shut down the churches
What happened after the peasants went home?
The king broke his promise
What happened to the peasants leader at the second meeting with the King?
He was killed
What was the Kings reply to the peasants requests
He agreed
How did the document signed by King John help the Barons/Peasants ?
It meant the King couldn’t have extra taxes and the Church could choose its own appointments
Did King John signing to document stop the trouble with the barons
No.
How did the Scots feel about being ruled by the English
They were unhappy, they were determined not to be ruled by the English so they fought back
Which English King kept the scots under control between 1296-1307
King Edward the first
Who became king of England in 1307
Edward 2nd
