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The establishment of the Church of England, 1558–c1570 (A-level only)

the establishment of the Church of England, 1547–c1570: The establishment of the Church of England, 1558–c1570 (A-level only)

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AqaA LevelHistory2D Religious conflict and the Church in England, c1529–

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Religious divisions on Elizabeth’s accession: Catholics; Protestant émigrés; divisions within those who supported the restoration of a Protestant Church; peace with France.
The re-establishment of the Church of England: Elizabeth’s religious beliefs and aims; attempts to reconcile the conflicting groups; the role of Parliament and the passing of the Acts of Supremacy; uniformity and the new Book of Common Prayer.
Supporters and opponents of the Settlement: consolidation of the Settlement through Visitations; the Vestiarian Controversy; the acquiescence of Catholics.
Maintaining the Settlement: the threat posed by Mary Queen of Scots; the re-emergence of a Catholic party and the Rising of the Northern Earls; the end of consensus and the condition of the Settlement by 1570.

Act of Supremacy (1559)Act of Uniformity (1559)SupremacyUniformityAct of UniformityBook of Common PrayerExcommunicationCatholic Party

Use specific examples: When discussing the establishment of the Church of England, include specific events, legislation, and figures to support your arguments.
Use specific examples in your answers: When discussing the establishment of the Church of England, include specific references to legislation and key texts.

Overgeneralizing the religious divisions: Acknowledge the diversity of beliefs and practices within both Catholics and Protestants, including the various factions and their influences.
Confusing the Acts of Supremacy with the Acts of Uniformity: Remember that the Acts of Supremacy established the monarch's authority, while the Acts of Uniformity set the standards for worship.

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