Catholic plots

Did Catholics like Elizabeth?

Many were not happy that she was Protestant and were relatively appeased by the Middle Way, as they still had to deny or change their religious beliefs

Who had previously led England?

Mary I

How did Elizabeth reduce the possibility of plots against her?

She introduced the Act of Uniformity in 1559 and the Act to Retain the Queen’s Subjects in 1581

What did the Act of Uniformity do?

It introduced a fine of a shilling a week for not attending church on Sundays or holy days

What was the Act to Retain the Queen’s Subjects?

This was introduced later in the Queen’s reign and increased the fine to £20 (equivalent to around £2000 today) to Catholics who still refused to attend Protestant services. It also gave a death penalty to those whol persuaded another to become a Catholic (from previously being Protestant)

What was the Papal Bull?

The Pope excommunicated Elizabeth in 1570, which meant that she was no longer able to participate in the services of the church in Rome, and encouraged plots against her

Who was heir to the english throne?

Mary Queen of Scots as she was cousin to Elizabeth and had a son, James

Which surrounding nations were catholic?

Spain, France, Scotland

What were the plots against Elizabeth?

The Northern Earl’s Rebellion, the Ridolfi Plot, the Throckmorton Plot and the Babington Plot