Henry VIII and His Six Wives

History
Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
6 questions
~12 mins
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A reading comprehension worksheet exploring the lives and significance of Henry VIII's six wives, designed to develop understanding of early modern history and the Reformation in England.

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Henry VIII and His Six Wives

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Grade Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
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Introduction to Henry VIII's Wives

Source A: Overview of Henry VIII's Marriages

Henry VIII was married six times. His marriages played a crucial role in the religious and political changes in England. His first wife was Catherine of Aragon, whom he married in 1509. His subsequent wives included Anne Boleyn, Jane Seymour, Anne of Cleves, Catherine Howard, and Catherine Parr. Each marriage had different outcomes and impacts.

Historian View:

1.
Outline the main reasons Henry VIII married his six wives. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
2.
Compare the fates of Anne Boleyn and Catherine Howard. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
B

Significance of the Marriages

Source B: The Reformation and Henry's Marriages

Henry's desire to annul his marriage to Catherine of Aragon led to the break with the Catholic Church and the establishment of the Church of England. His subsequent marriages were influenced by political and religious motives, shaping the future of England.

Historian View:

The marriages of Henry VIII were not only personal but had profound political and religious consequences, leading to the Reformation in England.

Source C: A Modern Historian's Perspective

1.
Explain how Henry VIII's marriage to Catherine of Aragon influenced religious change in England. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
2.
Compare the political impacts of Henry's marriages to Anne Boleyn and Jane Seymour. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
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Legacy of Henry VIII's Wives

Source D: Historical Reflection

The wives of Henry VIII each played a role in shaping England's history. Their marriages reflected the complex interplay of personal desire, politics, and religious change.

Historian View:

The legacy of Henry's wives is a testament to how personal relationships can influence national history.

Questions:

1.
Analyse the impact of Henry VIII's marriages on England's religious landscape. (5 marks)
[5 marks]
2.
Compare the personal and political consequences of Henry's marriages to Catherine of Aragon and Catherine Parr. (4 marks)
[4 marks]

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Created
1/1/2026
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1/1/2026
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