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2E The English Revolution, 1625–1660

Laud's Reforms and Protestant Fears

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Key term

Define Arminianism as a theological position.

Key term

Name the three Puritan critics punished by Star Chamber in 1637 who became martyrs to the cause.

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  1. 1

    Define Arminianism as a theological position.

    Model answer

    A theological position that rejected Calvinist predestination, emphasised free will, and favoured ceremonial worship and the authority of bishops

  2. 2

    What specific church reforms did William Laud promote?

    Model answer

    The beautification of churches, railed altars at the east end, and emphasis on sacraments

  3. 3

    How did Laud's reforms reflect Arminian theology?

    Model answer

    They emphasised ceremonial worship, sacraments, and the physical beauty of churches over preaching and Calvinist doctrine

  4. 4

    Why did many Protestants fear Laudian reforms?

    Model answer

    They perceived them as a return towards Catholicism, generating fears of popery

  5. 5

    Why did Puritans oppose Laudian reforms?

    Model answer

    They valued preaching over ceremony, rejected what they saw as Catholic practices, and favoured a more Calvinist theology

  6. 6

    What happened to Puritan ministers who refused to conform to Laudian requirements?

    Model answer

    They faced suspension, deprivation of their livings, or prosecution in church courts

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