Lady Jane Grey part 15: Wyatt's Rebellion

The transcript details the plot against Queen Mary by Thomas Wyatt and Henry Gray, aiming to replace her with Elizabeth. Jane Gray's strong Protestant beliefs are highlighted through her letter condemning Catholicism. As the rebels firm up their plans, the plot is discovered, leading to an early revolt. Despite initial success, Henry Gray is captured, and the rebels' final push results in Jane and Guildford's execution. Queen Mary remains steadfast, ultimately defeating the rebellion.

Who was one of the key figures in the plot to replace Queen Mary with Elizabeth?

• Edward Courtney

• Thomas Harding

• Bishop Gardner

• Thomas Wyatt

What was Jane's stance on the return to Catholicism?

• She condemned it

• She was unaware of it

• She supported it

• She was indifferent

What did Jane's letter to Thomas Harding express?

• Indifference to religious matters

• Support for Catholicism

• A call for peace

• Condemnation of those attending mass

What was the rebels' ultimate goal in their uprising?

• To crown Elizabeth

• To support Queen Mary

• To establish a new religion

• To gain independence from Spain

What happened to Henry Gray during the rebellion?

• He was captured

• He was pardoned

• He fled to Spain

• He became king

What was the fate of Jane and Guildford after the rebellion?

• They were condemned to die

• They were imprisoned for life

• They were pardoned

• They were exiled

What was Queen Mary's response to the rebellion?

• She ignored the uprising

• She negotiated with the rebels

• She declared herself mother of her people

• She fled the country