9. Wolsey's fall from power

Why did Wolsey try to persuade the Pope to allow the annulment case to be decided in England?

Wolsey would be able to make the decision himself

Which cardinal came to England to decide the case with Wolsey?

Cardinal Campeggio

What approach did this cardinal take towards the annulment case?

Delaying as much as possible

Who were two powerful supporters of Catherine of Aragon?

Thomas More and John Fisher

What was Catherine's attitude towards the annulments?

She was totally opposed

Why was this Catherine's attitude towards the annulments?

She was a Catholic; she was a Spanish princess; she had been loyal to Henry; she wanted to protect her daughter Mary

When did Henry strip Wolsey of all his powers?

October 1529

On what charge was Wolsey to be tried in London?

Praemunire (a form of treason)

Which three failures were largely responsible for Henry losing faith in Wolsey?

Failure of Amicable Grant; Failure of annulment; Failure of alliance with Charles V

Which influential family were also partly responsible for Wolsey's fall? - The Boleyns