Reign of Mary Tudor, 1553–58 (AQA A-Level History): Quizzes
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Why did Mary initially receive support when she became queen in 1553?
Why did Mary initially receive support when she became queen in 1553?
Support for legitimate succession
What did the Second Act of Repeal (Jan 1555) restore?
What did the Second Act of Repeal (Jan 1555) restore?
Papal authority as head of Church
Approximately how many Protestants were burned during Mary's reign?
Approximately how many Protestants were burned during Mary's reign?
300
What did Latimer say to Ridley before their execution in 1555?
What did Latimer say to Ridley before their execution in 1555?
'Light such a candle...never put out'
When was Archbishop Cranmer executed?
When was Archbishop Cranmer executed?
March 1556
What powers did Philip of Spain have as King of England?
What powers did Philip of Spain have as King of England?
None - title only
How many false pregnancies did Mary experience?
How many false pregnancies did Mary experience?
Two (1554 and 1557)
How many men joined Wyatt's Rebellion in February 1554?
How many men joined Wyatt's Rebellion in February 1554?
Approximately 3,000
What was the significance of England losing Calais in 1558?
What was the significance of England losing Calais in 1558?
Last outpost of medieval empire
What did the Book of Rates (May 1558) achieve?
What did the Book of Rates (May 1558) achieve?
Trebled Crown customs income