Wars of the Roses Overview

The Wars of the Roses were a series of battles between the houses of York and Lancaster for the English throne from 1455 to 1487. The conflict began after King Edward III's death, leading to a power struggle. Key events include the rise and fall of Richard Duke of York, the reign of Edward IV, and the eventual victory of Henry Tudor at the Battle of Bosworth, which established the Tudor dynasty.

What event triggered the Wars of the Roses?

• The death of King Edward III

• The signing of the Magna Carta

• The Battle of Hastings

• The War of Spanish Succession

Who was made protector of the realm when King Henry VI became mentally ill?

• Richard, Duke of York

• Warwick

• Henry Tudor

• Edward IV

What was the outcome of the Battle of Northampton?

• French intervention

• Lancastrian victory

• Yorkist victory

• Stalemate

What was the Act of Accord?

• A peace agreement with Scotland

• A treaty with France

• A law disinheriting Henry VI's son

• A trade agreement with Spain

Who led the Lancastrian forces at the Battle of Wakefield?

• Warwick

• Edward IV

• Margaret of Anjou

• Henry VI

Why did Edward IV fall out with Warwick?

• He lost a battle

• He imprisoned Warwick

• He married Elizabeth Woodville

• He signed a treaty with France

Who temporarily regained the throne during Edward IV's reign?

• Richard III

• Henry VI

• Henry Tudor

• Margaret of Anjou

What happened to Edward V and his brother?

• They fled to Scotland

• They were imprisoned in the Tower of London

• They were sent to France

• They were crowned kings

Who defeated Richard III at the Battle of Bosworth Field?

• Edward IV

• Henry VI

• Henry Tudor

• Warwick

What symbol was created by merging the symbols of York and Lancaster?

• The Tudor Rose

• The English Crown

• The Royal Seal

• The Lancaster Cross