Catholic challenge

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hy did Catholics oppose Elizabeth?

They rejected Protestantism and believed the Catholic Church was the true Church

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What was a recusant?

A Catholic who refused to attend Church of England services

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Why did some Catholic nobles oppose Elizabeth?

Some remained loyal to Catholicism and could use their wealth and influence to support rebellion

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What role did foreign powers play in the Catholic challenge?

Catholic countries such as Spain and the Papacy could support plots, missionaries and attempts to remove Elizabeth

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What was the Papal Bull of 1570?

Pope Pius V's declaration that excommunicated Elizabeth and released Catholics from obedience to her

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Why was the Papal Bull dangerous to Elizabeth?

It encouraged English Catholics to question Elizabeth's authority and made Catholic opposition more politically dangerous

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What changed after the Papal Bull of 1570?

Elizabeth's government became more suspicious of Catholics and introduced harsher measures

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Why did Catholic priests secretly enter England?

They came to provide Catholic religious services and support Catholics who rejected the Protestant Church

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Why were Catholic missionaries considered a threat?

The government feared they could encourage rebellion and weaken loyalty to Elizabeth