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Timeline & Chronology of the Dissolution of the Monasteries under Henry VIII

History
Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
6 questions
~12 mins
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This worksheet helps students understand the key events and timeline related to the Dissolution of the Monasteries during Henry VIII's reign. It encourages chronological understanding and analysis of historical causes and consequences.

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#History
#History
#Henry VIII
#Standard
#Timeline & Chronology
#Dissolution of Monasteries
#Outline key events in the Dissolution of the Monasteries
#Compare the reasons behind the dissolution
#Explain the impact of the dissolution on English society
#Analyse the timeline of Henry VIII's actions

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Timeline & Chronology of the Dissolution of the Monasteries under Henry VIII

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Grade Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
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Timeline of the Dissolution of the Monasteries

Source A: Henry VIII's Royal Instructions (1536)

'The monasteries are to be dissolved, and their lands and assets seized to the Crown.' Provenance: Royal decree issued by Henry VIII.

Source B: The Suppression of the Monasteries (1539)

'The monasteries were seen as corrupt and unnecessary, leading to their rapid closure.' Provenance: Contemporary historian's account.

1.
Outline the main events in the timeline of the Dissolution of the Monasteries from 1536 to 1540. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
2.
Compare the reasons Henry VIII gave for dissolving the monasteries with the views of contemporary historians. (6 marks)
[6 marks]
3.
Explain how the dissolution affected the social and economic structure of England. (6 marks)
[6 marks]
4.
Analyse the chronological order of these events: the Act of Supremacy, the Valor Ecclesiasticus survey, and the final dissolution. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
5.
Describe how Henry VIII used the dissolution to strengthen his authority. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
6.
Write a brief explanation of the importance of the Dissolution of the Monasteries in Tudor England. (4 marks)
[4 marks]

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