How did Henry VIII initiate the Reformation?

In this lesson, we will be learning about Henry VIII - one of the most famous English monarchs in history. We will learn about Martin Luther's creation of a new branch of Christianity, called Protestantism and how Henry VIII changed the official religion of England from Catholicism to Protestantism in order to get his way. We will conclude by learning about his six wives.

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Q1.Which three men thought they were the rightful successor to the throne in 1066?

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Harold Godwinson William I Tostig Godwinson Edward the Confessor Harald Hardrada

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Q2.What was King Henry II rumoured to have shouted after discovering Becket had excommunicated priests?

"Bring me his head!" "Who will murder this treacherous priest?" "Will no one rid me of this treasonous scoundrel?" "Will no one rid me of this turbulent priest?"

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Q3.Which Crusade did Richard I fight in?

the First Crusade the Second Crusade the Third Crusade

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Q4.Tick two actions that made King John a bad king.

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He persecuted Jewish people. He raised taxes and took away the barons' land. He said "I would have sold London if I could find a buyer." He was excommunicated by the Pope.

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Q5.Why did Edward I build castles in Wales?

To show the people of Wales that he was very rich. To keep hold of the country and stop any rebellions. To increase the number of homes he had access to.

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Intro quiz - Recap from previous lesson

Before we start this lesson, let’s see what you can remember from this topic. Here’s a quick quiz!

Q1.Which three men thought they were the rightful successor to the throne in 1066?

Select three (3) boxes

Harold Godwinson William I Tostig Godwinson Edward the Confessor Harald Hardrada

1/5

Q2.What was King Henry II rumoured to have shouted after discovering Becket had excommunicated priests?

"Bring me his head!" "Who will murder this treacherous priest?" "Will no one rid me of this treasonous scoundrel?" "Will no one rid me of this turbulent priest?"

2/5

Q3.Which Crusade did Richard I fight in?

the First Crusade the Second Crusade the Third Crusade

3/5

Q4.Tick two actions that made King John a bad king.

Select two (2) boxes

He persecuted Jewish people. He raised taxes and took away the barons' land. He said "I would have sold London if I could find a buyer." He was excommunicated by the Pope.

4/5

Q5.Why did Edward I build castles in Wales?

To show the people of Wales that he was very rich. To keep hold of the country and stop any rebellions. To increase the number of homes he had access to.

5/5

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Q1.What three things was Henry VIII most famous for? Be careful, as you only get the point if you get all 3 right!

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Building Hampton Court Palace Having six wives Becoming obese in later life Building a fleet of 50 ships and being 'the father of the Royal Navy' The English Reformation

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Q2.Which branch of Christianity did Martin Luther form?

Catholicism Protestantism

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Q3.What was the main reason Henry VIII chose to leave the Roman Catholic Church?

He did not like giving the Pope money. He wanted to be able to find a new wife to have his male heir. He wanted to be the leader of the Church.

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Q4.Which two of Henry VIII's wives were beheaded? Be careful, as you only get the point if you get both right!

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Catherine of Aragon Anne Boleyn Jane Seymour Anne of Cleves Catherine Howard Catherine Parr

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How did Henry VIII initiate the Reformation?

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Q1.What three things was Henry VIII most famous for? Be careful, as you only get the point if you get all 3 right!

Select three (3) boxes

Building Hampton Court Palace Having six wives Becoming obese in later life Building a fleet of 50 ships and being 'the father of the Royal Navy' The English Reformation

1/4

Q2.Which branch of Christianity did Martin Luther form?

Catholicism Protestantism

2/4

Q3.What was the main reason Henry VIII chose to leave the Roman Catholic Church?

He did not like giving the Pope money. He wanted to be able to find a new wife to have his male heir. He wanted to be the leader of the Church.

3/4

Q4.Which two of Henry VIII's wives were beheaded? Be careful, as you only get the point if you get both right!

Select two (2) boxes

Catherine of Aragon Anne Boleyn Jane Seymour Anne of Cleves Catherine Howard Catherine Parr

4/4

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