Anne of Cleves (Edexcel GCSE History): Quizzes
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In which month and year did Anne of Cleves become Henry VIII's fourth wife?
In which month and year did Anne of Cleves become Henry VIII's fourth wife?
January 1540
How long did the marriage between Henry VIII and Anne of Cleves last?
How long did the marriage between Henry VIII and Anne of Cleves last?
Four months
How old was Anne of Cleves when she arrived in England in 1539?
How old was Anne of Cleves when she arrived in England in 1539?
24 years old
What was the title of Anne of Cleves's father?
What was the title of Anne of Cleves's father?
Duke of Cleves
What insulting term did Henry VIII use to describe Anne of Cleves when he met her?
What insulting term did Henry VIII use to describe Anne of Cleves when he met her?
Flanders mare
What major political threat did England face in 1539 that prompted the marriage alliance?
What major political threat did England face in 1539 that prompted the marriage alliance?
Catholic crusade from Europe
How many male heirs did Henry VIII have at the time of this marriage?
How many male heirs did Henry VIII have at the time of this marriage?
One - Prince Edward
What were Thomas Cromwell's religious views?
What were Thomas Cromwell's religious views?
Strong supporter of Protestant ideas
When was the marriage treaty between Henry VIII and Anne of Cleves officially signed?
When was the marriage treaty between Henry VIII and Anne of Cleves officially signed?
October 1539
On what date did the wedding ceremony between Henry VIII and Anne of Cleves take place?
On what date did the wedding ceremony between Henry VIII and Anne of Cleves take place?
6 January 1540
On what grounds was the marriage between Henry VIII and Anne of Cleves annulled?
On what grounds was the marriage between Henry VIII and Anne of Cleves annulled?
Non-consummation
In which month and year was Thomas Cromwell executed?
In which month and year was Thomas Cromwell executed?
July 1540