What was the purpose of the religious settlement?
The Religious Settlement was an effort by Elizabeth I to unite the country. It was intended to resolve the dispute between Catholics and Protestants. As a Protestant, Elizabeth had to tread carefully between both faiths to maintain unity.
Was Elizabeth's religious settlement a successful compromise?
I agree to an extent that Elizabeth's religious settlement was a successful compromise because there was much about the settlement that was accepted by Catholics however there was opposition from Puritans as well as some Catholics in England and abroad.
How was the settlement received among the ordinary population?
Firstly, the student should explore how the settlement was received among the ordinary population, drawing on both Haigh and Anna Whitelock's arguments. It can be argued the settlement was successful among ordinary people as there were no widespread religious inspired revolts, unlike under HVIII (drawing comparisons across the Tudor period).
Why was the religious settlement of 1559 necessary?
As a Protestant, Elizabeth had to tread carefully between both faiths to maintain unity. Why was the Religious Settlement of 1559 necessary? England was in religious turmoil and there were several problems Elizabeth needed to face when tackling the issue.
What was the Religious Settlement?
The Religious Settlement was an effort by Elizabeth I to unite the country. It was intended to resolve the dispute between Catholics and Protes...
Why was the Religious Settlement of 1559 necessary?
England was in religious turmoil and there were several problems Elizabeth needed to face when tackling the issue....
What differences between Catholics and Protestants caused the Religious Settlement?
Catholicism and Protestantism beliefs differed in many ways: ❖...
How were the changes of the Religious Settlement implemented?
They were implemented in the Act of Uniformity and the Act of Supremacy of 1559.
What key changes to religion did the Religious Settlement introduce?
There were 4 important changes made by Elizabeth. ❖ The...
What was the outcome of the Religious Settlement?
England became a more secular society. Protestantism was the official religion of England, but Catholicism was also accepted, instead of its foll...
What was the reaction of the Catholics to the Religious Settlement?
England had been a Catholic nation under the rule of the previous monarch, Mary I. Catholics were not happy with the Religious Settlement....
What was the reaction of the Puritans to the Religious Settlement?
Puritans were unhappy with the settlement as they believed that Elizabeth should have legislated for a truly radical Puritan church.
Why was the P-The Religious Settlement successful?
P-The Religious settlement was successful because there was much about it that was acceptable to most Catholics.
What was successful in creating a compromise to the Catholics?
There were many things about the Church that was successful in creating a compromise to the Catholics. -Firstly Elizabeth had given herself the title of Supreme Governor instead of the Head of the Church and most Catholics could see that the Pope was clearly the head of the church and so was accepted by most.
What did the Puritans believe about the presence of Jesus in communion?
They believed that the presence of Jesus in communion was spiritual not physical. Puritans did try to persuade Elizabeth to make changes. Bishops pushed for the removal of things 'too Catholic' between 1559-1563 such as holy days, using the sign of the cross and music.
Why was P:E less successful?
P:E Religious settlement was also less successful due to Catholic opposition in England and abroad. EV: Some Catholics known as RECUSANTS refused to attend the new church masses. They believed in the Catholic Church doctrine especially Latin masses and so were not prepared to compromise.
Did the Catholic rebellions arise and put Elizabeth's life and power in danger?
Overall I agree to an extent with the statement because although the Compromise was accepted by most people, Some Catholic rebellions did arise and put Elizabeth's life and power in danger such as the arrival of Mary and the Babington Plot.
Did Puritans want a more extreme form of the Protestant religion?
P: Puritans were pleased that the new church would be protestant, however they felt that it did not go far enough and wanted a more extreme form of the protestant religion .
Was Elizabeth's settlement a successful compromise?
I agree to an extent that Elizabeth's religious settlement was a successful compromise because there was much about the settlement that was accepted by Catholics however there was opposition from Puritans as well as some Catholics in England and abroad.
What was the purpose of the Religious Settlement?
The Religious Settlement was an effort by Elizabeth I to unite the country. It was intended to resolve the dispute between Catholics and Protestants. As a Protestant, Elizabeth had to tread carefully between both faiths to maintain unity.
Why were the Puritans unhappy with the settlement?
Puritans were unhappy with the settlement as they believed that Elizabeth should have legislated for a truly radical Puritan church.
How did Elizabeth work hard?
Elizabeth worked hard through propaganda to link loyalty to her with loyalty to the Church. ❖ The Act of Supremacy named Elizabeth as supreme governor of the Church of England. All clergy had to swear an oath to her. Only a few refused, and they were sacked. ❖ Priests and the clergy were allowed to marry .
What was the turmoil in England?
England was in religious turmoil and there were several problems Elizabeth needed to face when tackling the issue.
How many changes did Elizabeth make?
There were 4 important changes made by Elizabeth.
What religion did England follow?
England became a more secular society. Protestantism was the official religion of England, but Catholicism was also accepted, instead of its followers being persecuted.
Was England a Catholic country?
England had been a Catholic nation under the rule of the previous monarch, Mary I. Catholics were not happy with the Religious Settlement.
