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The establishment of the Church of England, 1558–c1570 (A-level only) common mistakes
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The establishment of the Church of England, 1558–c1570 (A-level only)
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Overgeneralizing the religious divisions
Students often simplify the religious landscape by not recognizing the complexities within Protestant and Catholic groups.
Fix itAcknowledge 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
Students often mix up these two acts, thinking they serve the same purpose.
Fix itRemember that the Acts of Supremacy established the monarch's authority, while the Acts of Uniformity set the standards for worship.
Confusing the Elizabethan Settlement with earlier reforms
Students often conflate the Elizabethan Settlement with the earlier Protestant reforms under Edward VI.
Fix itFocus on the specific context of Elizabeth I's reign and the unique features of her Settlement, particularly its aim for compromise.
Confusing the causes of the Northern Earls' rebellion
Students often attribute the Rising of the Northern Earls solely to religious motives, ignoring political and social factors.
Fix itEnsure to discuss both the religious discontent and the political ambitions of the nobles involved in the rebellion.
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