Dissolution of the Monasteries - part 2

The video discusses the significant land ownership by monasteries in England and Wales, revealing that they control up to one-third of the land. It highlights the idle behavior of monks and nuns, which led to the presentation of evidence to the King, resulting in the Suppression Act of 1536. This act mandated the closure of smaller monasteries with incomes under 200 pounds annually. Jewels and ornaments were to be seized, and land was to be managed by farmers until sold. Monks affected by closures were offered pensions or transfers to larger monasteries.

What fraction of land in England and Wales is believed to be owned by monasteries?

• One-third

• One-half

• One-fourth

• One-fifth

What behavior was uncovered about the monks and nuns?

• They were all very charitable

• They were involved in political activities

• They were mostly idle and some had children

• They were all very diligent

What was the outcome after presenting evidence to the King?

• The King ignored the evidence

• The King rewarded the monasteries

• The Suppression Act of 1536 was passed

• The King increased funding for monasteries

Which monasteries were targeted for closure under the Suppression Act of 1536?

• Only the larger monasteries

• Monasteries with an income over 200 pounds

• All monasteries

• Only the smaller monasteries

What options were given to monks who became redundant due to the Suppression Act?

• They were imprisoned

• They were exiled

• They were left without any support

• They were given pensions or could transfer to larger monasteries