Mary queen of Scots
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Who was Mary, Queen of Scots?
The Catholic former Queen of Scotland who had a claim to the English throne
Why did Mary have a claim to the English throne?
She was the granddaughter of Henry VIII's sister Margaret Tudor
Why was Mary a threat to Elizabeth?
She was Catholic, had a claim to the English throne and could become a focus for Catholic opposition
When did Mary arrive in England?
1568
Why did Mary flee to England?
She had been forced to abdicate as Queen of Scotland and sought Elizabeth's help
Why did Elizabeth not simply send Mary back to Scotland?
Mary could have been killed or could have regained power, creating further instability
Why did Elizabeth imprison Mary?
Elizabeth feared Mary could become involved in Catholic plots against her
What happened to Mary between 1568 and 1569?
Elizabeth kept her under supervision while investigating her position and considering what to do with her
Why was Mary particularly dangerous to Elizabeth?
She provided Catholics with an alternative monarch and could potentially unite opposition against Elizabeth