Thomas More’s execution

The transcript narrates the story of an individual facing execution for treason against the King. Initially sentenced to be hung, drawn, and quartered, the sentence was commuted to beheading. The narrator reflects on previous executions, including three monks and John Fisher, the Bishop of Rochester, who was executed for supporting Queen Catherine and opposing the King's break from the Roman Church. Fisher's refusal to swear to the Succession Act led to his execution.

What was the outcome for those found guilty of treason as mentioned in the text?

What significant act did John Fisher refuse to swear to?