Edward VI

Rebellion and Disorder A-Level - Edward VI

At what age did Edward VI become king?

Nine years old in 1547.

Who was Edward VI's Lord Protector initially?

Edward Seymour, Duke of Somerset.

What was the main religious document introduced in 1549 under Edward VI?

The Book of Common Prayer.

What significant military event happened under Somerset’s reign in 1547?

Victory at the Battle of Pinkie.

Who succeeded Somerset as Lord Protector?

John Dudley, Duke of Northumberland.

What was the major economic issue faced during Edward VI's reign?

Widespread inflation due to debasement of coinage.

What was the primary cause of the Western Rising in 1549?

Religious changes, including the introduction of the Book of Common Prayer.

Which tax worsened conditions for small-scale farmers during Edward VI's reign?

The sheep tax of 1548.

What were the two main grievances of the Kett's Rebellion?

Economic issues and political frustration.

Who led Kett's Rebellion?

Robert Kett.

What was the significant outcome of Kett’s Rebellion?

Over 3,000 rebels were killed and Kett was executed.

What was Lady Jane Grey's relation to Edward VI?

She was Edward's appointed successor and Northumberland's daughter-in-law.

When did Edward VI die?

July 6, 1553.

What was a consequence of Somerset's failure to address grievances?

Widespread dissatisfaction and eventual removal from power.

What treaty did Northumberland establish to restore peace with France?

Treaty of Boulogne.

How did Northumberland help stabilize the economy?

By ending the debasement of coinage and introducing financial reforms.

What were the two key radical Protestant reforms introduced in 1552?

The 1552 Book of Common Prayer and abolishing Mass.

Why was Northumberland’s coup to change the succession considered a gamble?

It lacked popular and political support.

What did Edward VI’s Device for the Succession attempt to do?

Exclude Mary Tudor and favor Lady Jane Grey.

What marked the beginning of the Western Rising?

Unrest in Devon and Cornwall due to religious changes.

What was Somerset's governance style criticized for?

His authoritarian approach and failure to consult the Privy Council.

What major military failure occurred under Somerset?

Loss of Boulogne in 1550.

What approach did Northumberland take towards religious policy?

He continued to push for Protestant reforms.

What characterizes Lady Jane Grey's reign?

It lasted only nine days, highlighting political instability.

What was one of the underlying reasons for Kett's Rebellion?

Enclosure of common lands affecting rural communities.

What was the common term for Edward VI's advisors during his reign?

Regency Council.

What tactic did Edward VI utilize during the succession crisis?

He attempted to name a Protestant successor against established law.

Who were the primary participants in Kett's Rebellion?

Local priests and commoners, lacking noble leadership.

What event occurred in August 1549 that marked a significant defeat for the rebels?

Lord Russell's forces defeated the rebels of the Western Rising.

What did Northumberland do to improve government efficiency?

Delegated authority to able men and established a structured regime.

Which powerful noble did Somerset alienate, leading to his downfall?

John Dudley, Duke of Northumberland.

What was a key social grievance during Edward VI's reign?

Rural poverty due to enclosure and economic pressures.

How did Somerset's leadership affect the Tudor government's stability?

Failed to manage crises, leading to his political downfall.

What characterized the leadership of John Dudley, Duke of Northumberland, after 1550?

Pragmatic governance and consolidation of power.

Who was more successful in governance: Somerset or Northumberland?

Northumberland, due to his effective policies and stability.

What did the 1544 Succession Act establish?

The line of succession favoring Mary Tudor.

What led to Somerset's arrest in October 1549?

His inability to address political and economic crises.

How did Edward VI’s health impact the 1553 succession crisis?

His declining health raised questions about the line of succession.

What social issues were highlighted during Edward VI's reign?

Economic hardship and dissatisfaction with governance.

What was the final fate of Lady Jane Grey after her brief reign?

She was deposed and later executed.

What role did tax reforms play during Edward VI's reign?

Increased tension among subsistence farmers leading to unrest.

In what way did the rebellions of 1549 reveal governance issues?

Highlighted Somerset's inadequate crisis management skills.

What was emphasized by the support for Mary Tudor during Edward VI’s succession crisis?

The loyalty to the legitimate Tudor line established by Henry VIII.

What lessons did Northumberland learn from Somerset’s failures?

The need for cooperation with the nobility and effective local governance.

What outcome did the 1550 Treaty of Boulogne have on England’s foreign policy?

It secured peace with France at a cost to English territory.

What marked the end of Edward VI's Protestant reforms?

Mary Tudor's rise to power reinstating Catholic practices.

What was the nature of the Western Rising compared to Kett's Rebellion?

More focused on religious issues while Kett's was primarily economic.

How did Somerset's foreign policy affect his standing?

Failures in military campaigns diminished his political credibility.

What rebellion revealed socio-economic disparities within Tudor society?

Kett's Rebellion.

What did Somerset’s reliance on foreign mercenaries lead to?

Alienation of the local populace and further instability.

What year did Kett's Rebellion occur?

Kett's Rebellion took place in 1549.

What was a key trigger for Kett's Rebellion?

The enclosure of common lands and the resulting economic hardship.

What was the primary demand of the Kett's Rebellion protestors?

To restore rights to common land and address economic grievances.

How did Kett's Rebellion end for Robert Kett?

Robert Kett was captured and executed after the rebellion was suppressed.

Which location was a significant stronghold for Kett's Rebellion?

Norwich was a key stronghold during Kett's Rebellion.

What was one reason for the Western Rising in 1549?

The imposition of the Book of Common Prayer.

Which areas were primarily affected by the Western Rising?

Devon and Cornwall.

What was the key demand of the Western Rising protestors?

The restoration of traditional Catholic practices and the removal of Protestant reforms.

What event marked the escalation of the Western Rising?

The gathering of armed rebels at Crediton.

Who was the local noble opposed to the Western Rising?

Lord Russell, who led forces against the rebels.