thomas more

1510-18

one of two sheriffs of london

1529-33

more was influential

what were more’s personal religious beliefs?

he was a catholic, but was not loyal to the religion (pope)

what were more’s religious policies?

pro-annulment = henry needed a male heir

anti-reformation = more did not believe in the catholic doctrine

deeply catholic = burnt 6 protestant, personally pursued three of them

how did more fall from power?

refused to accept royal supremacy - kept his views quiet and resigned from the council

more refused to attend the coronation of anne boleyn and refused to swear the oath to the king - executed

why were there no major changes made by more during his time as chancellor?

there simply wasn’t enough time