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Society: churchmen, nobles and commoners; regional division; social discontent and rebellions.
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Henry VIII, 1485–1509
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Society: churchmen, nobles and commoners; regional division; social discontent and rebellions
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Which of the following was a significant consequence of Henry VIII's break with the Catholic Church?
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The break with the Catholic Church allowed Henry VIII to consolidate power by establishing the Church of England, which placed him at the head of religious as well as political authority.
Key terms
- Nobility: The social class that held titles and land, often wielding significant political power during Henry VIII's reign.
- Commoners: The majority of the population in Tudor England, including peasants and urban workers, who had limited rights and privileges.
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Confusing social classes: Clarify that the nobility held titles and significant power, while the gentry were landowners without titles.
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