Religious Reform in the Time of Edward VI

What was the religious background of Edward VI?

• Catholic

• Protestant

• Calvinist

• Orthodox

Who was appointed as Lord Protector in 1547?

• Thomas Cranmer

• Stephen Gardiner

• Somerset

• Nicholas Ridley

What was Somerset's attitude towards religious reform?

• Radical

• Indifferent

• Cautious

• Opposed

Which bishops supported religious reform?

• Stephen Gardiner and Edmund Bonner

• Thomas Cranmer and Nicholas Ridley

• Eight undecided bishops

• All bishops

How many bishops were undecided on doctrinal issues?

• Nine

• Ten

• Eight

• Twelve

What was the general attitude of the lower clergy towards religious reform?

• Supportive

• Opposed

• Indifferent

• Enthusiastic

What did the pamphlets by radical reformers attack?

• The monarchy

• The wealth of the Church and superstitious rituals

• The Protestant refugees

• The Privy Council

What was the impact of Protestant exiles returning from the continent?

• Decreased religious tension

• Increased anti-Catholic protest

• Strengthened Catholic influence

• Unified religious practices

What was the main issue for the Privy Council regarding religious reform?

• Lack of funding

• Speed of introducing reforms

• Support from the monarchy

• Influence of foreign powers

What was the main reason the Privy Council was reluctant to make decisive moves towards religious reform in 1547?

• Fear of losing power

• Fear of provoking unrest and the fall of the government

• Lack of interest in religious matters

• Support for Catholicism