Spanish Inquisition Flashcard

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In what year did the Spanish Inquisition begin?

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1478

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Who authorized the Spanish Inquisition?

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Pope Sixtus IV

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What was the primary goal of the Spanish Inquisition?

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To root out heresy

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What roles were included in a tribunal during the Inquisition? Options: Arresting constable, prosecuting attorney, inquisitors, scribe; Judge, jury, executioner, lawyer; King, queen, pope, bishop; Soldier, merchant, farmer, priest

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Arresting constable, prosecuting attorney, inquisitors, scribe

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Who typically led a tribunal?

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A member of the clergy selected by the king and queen

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What was the purpose of the Edict of Grace?

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To promise mercy to those who confess to heresy

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Why did people in Seville confess to heresy during the Edict of Grace?

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They wanted to avoid harsher punishments later

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What decree was issued in 1492 regarding Spanish Jews?

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They had to convert to Christianity or leave the kingdom

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Who were the conversos?

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Jews who converted to Christianity

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What was the main reason for the hatred towards conversos?

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They were seen as economic competitors