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Causes and Consequences of the Battle of Bosworth

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Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
7 questions
~14 mins
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This worksheet explores the causes leading to the Battle of Bosworth and the consequences of Henry VII's victory, helping students understand the significance of this pivotal event in English history.

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#History
#History
#Henry VII
#Standard
#Cause and Consequence
#Bosworth
#Explain the main causes that led to the Battle of Bosworth.
#Analyse the consequences of Henry VII's victory for England.
#Compare different perspectives on the significance of the battle.

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Causes and Consequences of the Battle of Bosworth

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Grade Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
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Causes of the Battle of Bosworth

Source A: Contemporary account of the political situation in 1485

'The rivalry between Richard III and Henry Tudor created instability, leading to open conflict. Both claimed the throne, and their supporters prepared for war.' Provenance: Writings by an English chronicler, 1485.

1.
Explain two main causes that led to the Battle of Bosworth. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
2.
Compare the perspectives of Source A and your own knowledge about the causes of the battle. (6 marks)
[6 marks]
B

Consequences of Henry VII's Victory

Source B: Historian's view on the aftermath of Bosworth

'Henry VII's victory ended the Wars of the Roses and established a new Tudor dynasty. It brought peace but also introduced new challenges for the monarchy.' Provenance: Modern history book, published 2000.

1.
Outline two immediate consequences of Henry VII's victory at Bosworth. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
2.
Analyse how Henry VII's victory affected the future stability of England. (6 marks)
[6 marks]
3.
Compare the views of Source B and your own understanding of the consequences of Bosworth. (6 marks)
[6 marks]
C

Additional Questions

Question 1:

Describe how Henry Tudor’s claim to the throne influenced his actions after Bosworth. Provenance: Teacher's prompt.

1.
Explain how Henry Tudor’s claim to the throne shaped his policies after winning the battle. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
2.
Compare Henry VII’s approach to consolidating power with that of previous monarchs. (6 marks)
[6 marks]

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1/1/2026
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