The Rule of Henry VIII and Wolsey, 1509–29 (AQA A-Level History): Quizzes
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What was Thomas Wolsey's father's occupation?
What was Thomas Wolsey's father's occupation?
Butcher
At what age did Wolsey obtain his degree from Oxford University?
At what age did Wolsey obtain his degree from Oxford University?
Fifteen years old
Who provided Wolsey with patronage during Henry VII's final years?
Who provided Wolsey with patronage during Henry VII's final years?
Bishop Fox
What position did Wolsey secure under Henry VIII that gave him regular access to the King?
What position did Wolsey secure under Henry VIII that gave him regular access to the King?
Royal Almoner
How many soldiers were in the 1512 French expedition that Wolsey organized?
How many soldiers were in the 1512 French expedition that Wolsey organized?
30,000
In what year did Wolsey become Papal Legate?
In what year did Wolsey become Papal Legate?
1518
What Latin term was used to describe Wolsey, meaning 'the other king'?
What Latin term was used to describe Wolsey, meaning 'the other king'?
Alter rex
What linguistic shift did Venetian ambassador Giustiniani observe in Wolsey's speech?
What linguistic shift did Venetian ambassador Giustiniani observe in Wolsey's speech?
'His Majesty will' to 'I shall'
How many servants comprised Wolsey's household?
How many servants comprised Wolsey's household?
Over 500
In what year was the Duke of Buckingham executed?
In what year was the Duke of Buckingham executed?
1521