Lady Mary Grey part 2: Imprisonment and the Fury Elizabeth I

The transcript discusses the political and personal turmoil surrounding Mary, Queen of Scots, and her marriage to Lord Darnley, which caused concern for Elizabeth I due to their potential claim to the English throne. It also covers the secret marriage of Mary Gray, leading to her and her husband Thomas Keyes' imprisonment. Elizabeth's fears about succession and the influence of the Gray sisters are highlighted, along with the harsh conditions faced by Keyes in prison. Despite attempts to annul their marriage, the couple remained in limbo due to the validity of their union.

What was the main concern of Elizabeth I regarding the marriage of Mary, Queen of Scots, to Lord Darnley?

• The marriage would cause a religious conflict in Scotland.

• The marriage would strengthen Mary's claim to the English throne.

• The marriage would lead to a war with France.

• The marriage would result in economic instability.

Why did Queen Elizabeth place Lady Mary Gray and Thomas Keyes under house arrest?

• They were involved in a plot against the Queen.

• They were caught spying for France.

• They secretly married without the Queen's permission.

• They attempted to flee the country.

How did Francis Goldwell manage to avoid severe punishment after the secret marriage?

• She pretended to be unaware of the marriage.

• She bribed the authorities.

• She confessed and sought forgiveness.

• She fled the country.

What was the main reason Thomas Keyes agreed to an annulment of his marriage?

• He was promised a high position in court.

• He wanted to marry someone else.

• He was offered a large sum of money.

• He was desperate to escape his harsh imprisonment.

Why was the marriage of Mary Gray and Thomas Keyes not annulled despite their willingness?

• There were too many witnesses to their marriage.

• The Queen refused to grant the annulment.

• The church did not allow annulments.

• They changed their minds about the annulment.