Lady Jane Grey part 16: a Protestant Martyr

The transcript details the events leading to the execution of Lady Jane Grey and her husband Guildford Dudley. Despite attempts to save Jane by converting her faith, she remained steadfast in her beliefs. Both were executed, with Jane's final moments marked by her courage and faith. The narrative highlights Jane's intelligence, her role as a pawn in political schemes, and her enduring legacy as a Protestant martyr.

What was the main reason Mary agreed to delay Jane's execution?

• She was unsure about the legality of the execution.

• She was waiting for a sign from the Pope.

• She wanted to give Jane more time to convert.

• She wanted to consult with more advisors.

What did Jane write to her father in her final letter?

• She blamed him for her imprisonment.

• She expressed anger towards her family.

• She comforted him, saying it was God's will.

• She asked him to seek revenge.

Why did Jane refuse to meet Guildford before their execution?

• She was not allowed by the guards.

• She believed it would increase their misery.

• She was angry with him.

• She was too weak to meet him.

What did Guildford do before his execution?

• He prayed on his own.

• He delivered a speech to the crowd.

• He asked for a priest to pray with him.

• He tried to escape.

What did Jane request from the crowd before her execution?

• To pray for her after her death.

• To join her in prayer while she was alive.

• To remember her as a queen.

• To avenge her death.

What was Jane's final act before her execution?

• She recited a Psalm.

• She gave a speech.

• She sang a hymn.

• She wrote another letter.

How is Jane Grey remembered according to the final section?

• As a failed queen.

• As a martyr for Protestantism.

• As a political pawn.

• As a forgotten figure.