The Six Wives of Henry VIII Lesson

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Learning objectives

In this lesson, students will learn about the turbulent and tragic lives of Henry VIII's six wives, exploring how their marriages to the king were influenced by political, religious, and personal factors. They will also examine the broader implications of these relationships on English history, including the English Reformation and the succession crisis. Students will have the opportunity to achieve this through choosing their own method of learning, including reading and research options, as well as the chance to engage in extension activities. This lesson includes a self-marking quiz for students to demonstrate their learning.

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Option 1: Reading


Step 1: Download a copy of the reading questions worksheet below:

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Six Wives of Henry VIII Reading Question
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Step 2: Answer the set questions by reading the following web page:


Option 2: Internet research


Download a copy of the research worksheet and use the internet to complete the tables.

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Six Wives of Henry VIII Research Workshe
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