Throckmorton Plot

Question 1

Who was involved in the Throckmorton Plot?

Answer 1

Francis Throckmorton and Spanish ambassador Mendoza, supported by France, Spain, and the Pope

Francis Throckmorton was a young English Catholic who coordinated with foreign powers to execute the plot.

Question 2

What was the aim of the Throckmorton Plot?

Answer 2

Overthrow Elizabeth and replace her with Mary, launch a French invasion supported by Philip II, spark a Catholic uprising within England

The plot aimed to destabilize Elizabeth’s reign and restore Catholic rule.

Question 3

What was the outcome of the Throckmorton Plot?

Answer 3

Throckmorton was arrested and tortured, confessed, and was executed in 1584; Spanish ambassador expelled

The expulsion of the Spanish ambassador worsened diplomatic relations between England and Spain.

Question 4

What significant impact did the Throckmorton Plot have?

Answer 4

Showed the growing international Catholic network, increased use of spies and surveillance by Francis Walsingham, increased pressure on Elizabeth to act against Mary

The plot highlighted the threats posed by Catholic conspiracies and led to more stringent security measures in England.

Question 5

Fill in the blank: The Throckmorton Plot aimed to spark a _______ uprising within England.

Answer 5

Catholic

Question 6

True or False: The Throckmorton Plot was a successful attempt to overthrow Elizabeth I.

Answer 6

False