Question 1: When did Henry VIII become King of England?

Answer: 1509

Question 2: Which event marked the beginning of the English Reformation?

Answer: The Act of Supremacy (1534)

Question 3: Name one reason why Henry VIII wanted to break from the Catholic Church.

Answer: He wanted to annul his marriage to Catherine of Aragon to marry Anne Boleyn.

Question 4: Who was the pope during Henry VIII's initial attempts to annul his marriage?

Answer: Pope Clement VII

Question 5: What was the main purpose of the Act of Supremacy?

Answer: To declare Henry VIII as the Supreme Head of the Church of England and break away from the Pope's authority.

Question 1: Source: 'The King’s Majesty is the only Supreme Head of the Church of England, with full power to reform and uphold the faith.' What was the purpose of this statement?

Answer: To justify Henry VIII's authority over the church and promote his reforms.

Question 2: Who was the likely audience for this declaration?

Answer: English nobles, clergy, and the general public to accept Henry's authority.

Question 3: How reliable is this source as a reflection of Henry VIII’s intentions?

Answer: It reflects Henry's official stance; however, it may be biased to present his reforms positively and justify his actions.

Question 1: Explain why Henry VIII sought to annul his marriage to Catherine of Aragon.

Answer: Henry wanted a male heir to secure the Tudor dynasty, and his marriage to Catherine was childless. The Pope's refusal to annul the marriage led Henry to break from the Catholic Church and establish the Church of England.

Question 2: Describe how the Dissolution of the Monasteries affected England.

Answer: It resulted in the closure and destruction of many monasteries, redistributing their wealth and land to the Crown and nobility, which strengthened Henry's financial position and reduced the power of the Catholic Church in England.

Question 3: Explain the significance of the Act of Supremacy in the context of the Reformation.

Answer: The Act of Supremacy officially established Henry VIII as the head of the Church of England, marking a decisive break from papal authority and initiating religious reforms that transformed English society.

Question 1: To what extent was the desire for a male heir the main cause of the English Reformation? Discuss with reference to Henry VIII’s motivations and actions.

Answer: The essay should explore Henry VIII’s concern for a male heir as a primary motive, but also consider other causes such as political independence from Rome, religious reform ideas, and personal ambitions. Balanced arguments should be supported by historical evidence.