Mary vs Elizabeth (Edexcel GCSE History): Quizzes
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In which year did Mary flee to England after her defeat at the Battle of Langside?
In which year did Mary flee to England after her defeat at the Battle of Langside?
1568
What three types of problems did Mary's presence in England create for Elizabeth?
What three types of problems did Mary's presence in England create for Elizabeth?
Religious, diplomatic, & dynastic problems
Why was Mary considered a dangerous rival to Elizabeth?
Why was Mary considered a dangerous rival to Elizabeth?
She was Catholic with legitimate royal blood
What was the main risk of restoring Mary to the Scottish throne?
What was the main risk of restoring Mary to the Scottish throne?
It might revive the Auld Alliance
Why did Mary's status as widow of Francis II matter in Elizabeth's decision-making?
Why did Mary's status as widow of Francis II matter in Elizabeth's decision-making?
It gave France strong interest in her welfare
What risk did allowing Mary to go abroad to France present?
What risk did allowing Mary to go abroad to France present?
French agents could use her for plots
Which option did Elizabeth ultimately choose to deal with Mary?
Which option did Elizabeth ultimately choose to deal with Mary?
Keep her in England under house arrest
What did the Casket Letters allegedly prove about Mary?
What did the Casket Letters allegedly prove about Mary?
She conspired in Darnley's murder
On what basis did Mary refuse to enter a plea at her trial?
On what basis did Mary refuse to enter a plea at her trial?
She was an anointed monarch by God
What was the outcome of the Casket Letters court proceedings?
What was the outcome of the Casket Letters court proceedings?
The court reached no definitive conclusion
Why was naming Mary as heir politically impossible for Elizabeth?
Why was naming Mary as heir politically impossible for Elizabeth?
It would outrage English Protestants
What was the most serious risk of naming Mary as Elizabeth's heir?
What was the most serious risk of naming Mary as Elizabeth's heir?
It could trigger immediate civil war