Unboxing the Archive: Cardinal Wolsey

The video explores a historical document from the National Archives related to Thomas Wolsey's fall in 1529. It details the legal implications of an indenture between Wolsey and Henry VIII, highlighting Wolsey's offenses of prime and era. The King's Bench plea roll records Wolsey's indictments, leading to his downfall due to political and personal conflicts with Henry VIII. Despite being found guilty, Wolsey retained some lands. The video concludes with the historical impact of these events, including the creation of the Church of England.

What was the purpose of the wavy cut on the indenture document?

• To ensure the document was unique

• To verify the authenticity of the document

• To make the document look decorative

• To make it easier to store

What was the main accusation against Thomas Wolsey in the offense of praemunire?

• Conspiring with foreign powers

• Appealing to the King's court

• Publishing unauthorized books

• Undermining royal authority by appealing to foreign courts

What was the significance of the papal bulls in Wolsey's case?

• They were financial records

• They were religious texts

• They were used to declare war

• They were documents that granted Wolsey authority

What was the outcome of the King's Bench plea rolls for Wolsey?

• He was promoted to a higher position

• He was found guilty of praemunire

• He was acquitted of all charges

• He was exiled to France

Why did Wolsey lose favor with Henry VIII?

• He supported a rival claimant to the throne

• He failed to secure a divorce for Henry

• He plotted against the king

• He refused to pay taxes

What was the ultimate fate of the praemunire offense?

• It was expanded to include new offenses

• It was never enforced

• It persisted until 1967

• It was abolished in 1530

What happened to Wolsey after he was accused of high treason?

• He was pardoned by the king

• He died on his way to answer the charges

• He fled to France

• He was executed