I WONDER - Why Was Henry VIII Named Defender Of The Faith?

King Henry VIII authored a popular book defending the Catholic Church, earning him the title 'Defender of the Faith' from the Pope. Despite this, he later established the Church of England, breaking away from Catholicism, yet retained his title.

What was the main theme of the book written by King Henry the Eighth?

• The history of England

• A defense of the Catholic Church

• A guide to ruling a kingdom

• A critique of the Pope

What title did the Pope bestow upon Henry the Eighth after he wrote his book?

• Guardian of the Church

• Defender of the Faith

• Protector of the Realm

• King of Kings

What significant religious change did Henry the Eighth implement during his reign?

• He reinforced Catholicism as the state religion

• He made Protestantism the state religion

• He established the Church of England

• He converted England to Buddhism

Why is it surprising that Henry the Eighth was given the title Defender of the Faith?

• He later opposed the Catholic Church

• He was not religious

• He was excommunicated by the Pope

• He never wrote a book

What did Henry the Eighth do with his title after breaking from the Catholic Church?

• He passed it to his successor

• He renounced it

• He retained it

• He changed it to Defender of the Realm