king Henry the 8th
why did he break away from the catholic church?
He wanted to get a divorce from his first wife
Why was Jane Seymour considered Henry’s favorite wife?
She gave birth to Edward VI, Henry’s only legitimate son.
what are all King Henry kid´s names
Mary I, Elizabeth I,Edward VI
What was the time he ruled called?
Tudor era
Who were Henry VIII’s parents?
King Henry VII and Elizabeth of York.
What age did he become king?
age 17
Why was Anne of Cleves’ marriage to Henry annulled so quickly?
Henry claimed he didn’t find her attractive and felt misled by her portrait.
Why was Edward VI so important to Henry VIII’s plans for the Tudor dynasty?
Edward was Henry’s only legitimate son.
What was daily life like for ordinary people during the Tudor period?
Most people lived in small villages, worked long hours on farms, and had simple homes with few belongings.
Why was Henry VII’s marriage to Elizabeth of York important?
Their marriage united the Houses of Lancaster and York, ending the Wars of the Roses and bringing peace to England.
what age did he die?
55
what are all the wives names?(IN ORDER)
Catherine,Anne,Jane,Anne,Catherine,Catherine
Why did Mary I face so many challenges when she became queen?
Because England had become mostly Protestant, and Mary’s plan to return the country to Catholicism caused resistance and fear.
Why were diseases so dangerous?
There were no antibiotics or advanced medicine. People didn’t understand germs, so illnesses spread quickly.
Who were Henry VIII’s siblings?
Arthur, Margaret, Mary
What role did Parliament play in helping Henry gain more power?
He was the head of the Church of England.
Which wife had the biggest long-term impact on English history?
Anne Boleyn
How did Elizabeth I learn from the mistakes of her brother and sister when ruling?
Elizabeth kept a more moderate religious policy, avoided extreme punishments, and focused on stability to prevent rebellion and unrest.
What were schools like in Henry VIII’s time?
Only boys from wealthier families went to school. Lessons focused on reading, writing, Latin, and religion.
What happened to Prince Arthur, Henry’s older brother?
Arthur died at age 15, which made Henry the new heir to the throne.
Which advisor had the biggest influence on Henry VIII?
Thomas Cromwell
How would England be different if Henry hadn’t created the Church of England?
England might have stayed Catholic, avoided later religious conflicts, and the monarchy might not have gained as much power over the church.
Why did Edward VI’s death cause a succession crisis?
Edward died very young and had no children. His advisors tried to place Lady Jane Grey on the throne to keep England Protestant, which caused conflict.
Why did Henry VIII spend so much money on war?
He wanted to prove England’s power, gain land, and be seen as a strong European ruler.
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