Henry VIII and the Church of England

The video explores the history of the Church of England, focusing on its establishment by Henry VIII. It discusses the Tudor dynasty, Henry's marriages, and the religious and political shifts that led to the English Reformation. The roles of Henry's children, Edward VI, Mary Tudor, and Elizabeth I, in shaping the Church are highlighted. Elizabeth I's efforts to balance Protestant and Catholic interests solidified Anglicanism as England's official religion.

What is the current role of the English Monarch in the Church of England?

• The Monarch is the head of the Church.

• The Monarch is a member of the clergy.

• The Monarch has no role in the Church.

• The Monarch is a ceremonial figure only.

Who was the first Tudor king?

• Henry VIII

• Richard III

• Henry VII

• Edward VI

What was a significant outcome of Henry VIII's naval expansion?

• Increased trade with Asia

• Discovery of new lands

• Defeat of the Spanish Armada

• Alliance with France

Why did Henry VIII establish the Church of England?

• To gain more political power

• To marry Anne Boleyn

• To reform Catholic doctrines

• To expand the English Navy

What was the main reason for Henry VIII's break from the Catholic Church?

• Political alliance with France

• Disagreement with Catholic doctrines

• Desire for a male heir

• Financial independence

What was the Act of Supremacy?

• A military alliance with France

• A treaty with Spain

• A law that made the Monarch the head of the Church

• A tax reform act

Who was Henry VIII's third wife?

• Anne Boleyn

• Catherine of Aragon

• Jane Seymour

• Anne of Cleves

Which of Henry VIII's children was known for balancing religious tensions?

• Mary I

• Henry VII

• Edward VI

• Elizabeth I

What was the religious stance of Mary I?

• Anglican

• Catholic

• Lutheran

• Protestant

Which book became foundational to the modern Anglican Church during Edward VI's reign?

• The Canterbury Tales

• The Magna Carta

• The King James Bible

• The Book of Common Prayer