Dissolution of the monasteries

Which one is NOT an issue that Henry faced once he left the Catholic Church?

• Making sure he was prepared for a possible war with France, Spain or Scotland.

• Maintaining his large Empire.

• Funding his new church and government .

• Removing the existing influence of the Catholic Church in England.

Henry wanted to destroy the monasteries in order to steal their wealth. True or False?

• True

• False

What was the role of monks and nuns?

• To enjoy the pleasures of life.

• To fund the King and government.

• To devote their lives to God and the study of the Bible.

Who was given responsibility for the census on religious houses in England?

• Robert Aske

• King Henry VIII

• Thomas Cromwell

Monks who refused to return to normal life were executed. True or False?

• True

• False

What was the Pilgrimage of Grace?

• A celebration.

• A religious ceremony.

• A rebellion.