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The Young Henry VIII

England in 1509 and the new king: the accession, character and aims of the young Henry VIII, weighed as strengths and weaknesses.

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The young Henry VIII 👑

In 1509 the young Henry VIII became king of England. He was athletic, well educated and seen as a Renaissance prince. England was ruled by the king together with the nobility, Parliament and the Church.

Words for a new reign 🔑

Learn these four terms before you judge the new king.

Strengths and weaknesses 🆚

The new king had clear strengths, but also real weaknesses.

Grade 9 thinking 💡

To reach the top grades, weigh the strengths, the weaknesses and the aims of Henry together, then judge how ready he was to rule.

Match the term to its meaning 🔗

  • Renaissance prince
  • sovereignty
  • accession
  • monarch
  • a cultured, learned young ruler
  • the supreme authority of the ruler
  • taking the throne
  • a king or queen

Match the aim or feature 🎭

  • military glory
  • a male heir
  • standing in Europe
  • the nobility
  • winning wars and lasting fame
  • a son to succeed him as king
  • respect among the rulers of Europe
  • the great landowners who helped govern

What was a Renaissance prince? ❓

Which description best fits a Renaissance prince?

  • A young ruler admired for learning, culture and sport.
  • A ruler who gave up power to join the Church.
  • A wealthy trader in a foreign city.

The aims of the new king ✅

Select the TWO main aims of the young Henry VIII.

  • Winning military glory.
  • Securing a male heir.
  • Building a trading empire in Asia.
  • Handing the throne to Parliament.

Order the early reign 🪜

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Summarise the new reign 📝

In _____ the young Henry became king. He was a _____ prince: educated and athletic. He believed in strong personal _____. His main aims were military _____ and a male _____.

1509 Renaissance kingship glory heir 1540 medieval Parliament trade daughter

Count the years 🔢

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Spot the strengths 🖍️

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Strength, weakness or aim? 🧭

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Assess the new king ✍️

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