Thomas More; the Oath of Supremacy

The speaker discusses their situation of awaiting execution due to refusing to fully acknowledge King Henry as the Supreme head of the Church of England. They explain the Royal Decree of 1535, which required clergy to take an oath of supremacy. As a layperson, the speaker was initially exempt but eventually took the oath under pressure, adding a caveat. They resigned as Lord Chancellor and faced consequences for not attending Anne Boleyn's coronation.

What was the main requirement of the Oath of Supremacy introduced in 1535?

• To renounce all foreign allegiances

• To acknowledge the Pope as the head of the Church

• To acknowledge King Henry as the Supreme head of the Church of England

• To swear loyalty to the Queen

Why was the speaker initially not required to take the Oath of Supremacy?

• They were a member of the clergy

• They were an official of the church

• They were a layperson

• They had already taken a similar oath

What phrase did the speaker add when they eventually took the Oath of Supremacy?

• As far as the church agrees

• As far as the King permits

• As far as the law of Christ allows

• As far as the law of the land allows

What action did the speaker take after taking the Oath of Supremacy?

• They resigned as Lord Chancellor

• They moved to another country

• They became a member of the clergy

• They joined the King's council

What was the consequence of the speaker not attending Anne Boleyn's coronation?

• The King took action against them

• They were promoted to a higher position

• They were rewarded by the Pope

• They were exiled from the country