Henry VIII; the Pope says ‘No’

The transcript discusses the desire to replace Catherine with Anne Boleyn as queen, highlighting Anne's qualities. It outlines the challenge of obtaining a marriage annulment from the Pope, complicated by political influences from Charles V. Previous attempts by Cardinal Wolsey and Thomas More failed, leading to the appointment of Thomas Cromwell as the new Lord Chancellor to resolve the issue.

What qualities does the speaker attribute to Anne Boleyn?

• Religious and pious

• Loyal and obedient

• Wealthy and influential

• Intelligent, pretty, and strong

What title did the speaker earn from Pope Leo?

• Defender of the Faith

• Protector of the Church

• Guardian of the Realm

• Champion of Catholicism

Who was the speaker's first Lord Chancellor in the effort to dissolve his marriage?

• Cardinal Wolsey

• Charles V

• Thomas Cromwell

• Thomas More

Who is the speaker confident will secure his divorce?

• Pope Clement VII

• Charles V

• Thomas Cromwell

• Cardinal Wolsey

What role does Thomas Cromwell assume in the speaker's plan?

• Cardinal

• Lord Chancellor

• Emperor

• Pope