The Nature and Threat of Popular Risings, 1536-69 (Edexcel A-Level History): Quizzes
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When did the Lincolnshire Rising begin?
When did the Lincolnshire Rising begin?
October 2, 1536
How many rebels formed the Pilgrimage of Grace army?
How many rebels formed the Pilgrimage of Grace army?
20,000
What was Robert Aske's profession?
What was Robert Aske's profession?
Educated lawyer
What triggered the Western Rising in 1549?
What triggered the Western Rising in 1549?
The new prayer book
What did Western rebels call the new English liturgy?
What did Western rebels call the new English liturgy?
A Christmas game
What was Robert Kett's occupation?
What was Robert Kett's occupation?
Tanner
Why was Norwich significant during Kett's Rebellion?
Why was Norwich significant during Kett's Rebellion?
Second-largest city in England
What was the main cause of Wyatt's Rebellion in 1554?
What was the main cause of Wyatt's Rebellion in 1554?
Mary I's marriage to Philip of Spain
What proportion of northern JPs were Catholic in 1566?
What proportion of northern JPs were Catholic in 1566?
Two-thirds
How did Francis Walsingham prevent Catholic plots after 1570?
How did Francis Walsingham prevent Catholic plots after 1570?
Spy network