Lady Katherine Grey part 1: The Aftermath of Lady Jane Grey's Execution

The transcript details the aftermath of Lady Jane Grey's execution, focusing on her family, particularly her father Henry Grey's trial and execution for high treason. Despite the family's Protestant beliefs, they had to navigate the political landscape under Queen Mary, who was determined to restore Catholicism. The Grey family, led by Francis Grey, adopted a public Catholic stance to survive, while Jane's legacy lived on through her letters. Eventually, Francis and her daughters were allowed back at court, appearing to be Catholic, ensuring their safety for the time being.

What was the main reason for Henry Grey's trial and execution?

• His attempt to flee the country

• His conversion to Catholicism

• His involvement in Wyatt's rebellion

• His support for Queen Mary's marriage

How did Queen Mary attempt to save Henry Grey from execution?

• By allowing him to flee the country

• By offering him a royal pardon

• By sending priests to convert him to Catholicism

• By marrying him to a noblewoman

What was Francis Grey's strategy to protect her daughters after Henry's execution?

• She sought Queen Mary's forgiveness

• She publicly converted to Catholicism

• She fled the country with them

• She arranged marriages for them

What was the fate of Princess Elizabeth during this period?

• She became Queen

• She fled to France

• She was imprisoned in the Tower of London

• She was executed

What was the significance of Jane Grey's letters?

• They were a plea for financial support

• They were a guide to Catholic conversion

• They were a dangerous critique of Queen Mary's rule

• They were a request for a royal pardon

What was the outcome for Francis Grey and her daughters after Henry's execution?

• They were exiled from England

• They were imprisoned in the Tower of London

• They were allowed back at court

• They were forced to live in poverty

How did the Grey family manage to survive politically after Jane's execution?

• By publicly converting to Catholicism

• By marrying into the royal family

• By seeking asylum in France

• By aligning with Protestant rebels