Henry VIII and the Royal Supremacy, 1509–47

Flashcards covering key concepts about Henry VIII, his character, aims, and the legacy he inherited from Henry VII.

Henry VIII succeeded his father as king in __.

April 1509

The legal age of majority was __.

21

Henry VIII was characterized by qualities of __ and ruthlessness during his reign.

decisiveness

Henry VIII believed in the __ right to rule, equating questioning his judgment with questioning God.

divine

Key ministers such as Wolsey and Cromwell were promoted and demoted by __.

Henry VIII

Henry inherited a __, prosperous, and peaceful kingdom from Henry VII.

stable

To ensure strong government, Henry VIII aimed to honor his father's legacy by maintaining __ domestic governance.

strong and stable

Henry VIII pursued wars, thereby abandoning his father's __ policy.

peace

Henry VIII married __ of Aragon to maintain good relations with Spain.

Catherine

Empson and Dudley were executed for treason as scapegoats for the unpopular aspects of __ policies.

Henry VII's