Mary's Approach to Marriage (Edexcel A-Level History): Quizzes
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What were queen consorts expected to do in the 16th century?
What were queen consorts expected to do in the 16th century?
Be supportive, intercede, produce heir
What did John Knox call female rule in his 1558 work?
What did John Knox call female rule in his 1558 work?
Repugnant to nature & contumely to God
How old was Mary when she became queen?
How old was Mary when she became queen?
37 years old
Why was Spain vital for England's foreign policy?
Why was Spain vital for England's foreign policy?
Spain controlled Netherlands for cloth trade
Who opposed Mary's Spanish marriage and supported Edward Courtenay instead?
Who opposed Mary's Spanish marriage and supported Edward Courtenay instead?
Stephen Gardiner
What power did the 1554 marriage treaty give Philip?
What power did the 1554 marriage treaty give Philip?
Could only assist Mary, no independent power
When did Sir Thomas Wyatt's rebellion occur?
When did Sir Thomas Wyatt's rebellion occur?
January 1554
Which French prince was considered as Elizabeth's suitor as late as 1581?
Which French prince was considered as Elizabeth's suitor as late as 1581?
Henry, Duke of Anjou
When did Elizabeth begin cultivating her 'Virgin Queen' image?
When did Elizabeth begin cultivating her 'Virgin Queen' image?
From the late 1570s onwards
How long did Elizabeth successfully rule alone?
How long did Elizabeth successfully rule alone?
45 years