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Essay Planning: The Significance of the Battle of Bosworth

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Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
10 questions
~20 mins
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This worksheet guides students through planning an essay on the importance of the Battle of Bosworth in Henry VII's rise to power.

Topics covered:

#History
#History
#Henry VII
#Standard
#Essay Planning
#Bosworth
#Analyse the causes and significance of the Battle of Bosworth
#Develop structured essay plans with clear arguments and evidence
#Evaluate different viewpoints on Henry VII's victory

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Essay Planning: The Significance of the Battle of Bosworth

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Essay Planning: The Importance of the Battle of Bosworth

Essay Title/Question: Was the Battle of Bosworth the most important event in Henry VII's rise to power?

Introduction Thesis:

Outline how the Battle of Bosworth was a pivotal moment that secured Henry VII's claim to the throne and established his dynasty.

Point 1 with Evidence:

Explain how the victory at Bosworth ended the Wars of the Roses and allowed Henry to establish a new royal legitimacy.

Point 2 with Evidence:

Analyse how the battle enabled Henry to strengthen his control through political marriages and loyal supporters.

Counter-argument:

Outline reasons why other events, such as Henry's marriage to Elizabeth of York or the Act of Settlement, might be considered equally or more important.

Conclusion:

Summarise the importance of the Battle of Bosworth in Henry VII's consolidation of power and his lasting impact on England.

1.
Explain why the Battle of Bosworth was a turning point in the Wars of the Roses. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
2.
Compare Henry VII's position before and after the Battle of Bosworth. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
3.
Analyse how Henry VII used his victory at Bosworth to strengthen his position. (5 marks)
[5 marks]
4.
Outline the significance of the Battle of Bosworth in shaping Henry VII's reign. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
5.
Explain how the outcome of Bosworth influenced Henry VII's policies after his accession. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
6.
Compare the importance of the Battle of Bosworth with Henry's marriage to Elizabeth of York. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
7.
Outline the main reasons why Henry VII considered the Battle of Bosworth a decisive victory. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
8.
Analyse the long-term impact of the Battle of Bosworth on English history. (5 marks)
[5 marks]
9.
Explain how Henry VII's victory at Bosworth helped him establish a stable government. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
10.
Compare the military tactics used at Bosworth with other battles during the Wars of the Roses. (4 marks)
[4 marks]

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