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Reign of Henry VII Fact-Matching Game

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In the game “Reign of Henry VII (1485-1509)”, players will step into the shoes of key figures in the court of Henry VII and navigate the political intrigue and challenges of the time period.

  • Experience the tension between the Tudor dynasty and the remaining Yorkist supporters.
  • Uncover the impact of Henry VII’s financial policies on the economy and his consolidation of power.
  • Use your strategic thinking to navigate alliances and rivalries in the royal court.

Game Details: a fact-matching game where you piece together important information fragments. Use spells for hints and extra time!

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  • Henry VII was the first Tudor king of England.
  • Henry VII came to power after defeating Richard III in the Battle of Bosworth Field.
  • Henry VII established the Tudor dynasty, which ruled England for over a century.
  • Henry VII married Elizabeth of York, uniting the houses of Lancaster and York.
  • Henry VII faced multiple pretenders to the throne, including Lambert Simnel and Perkin Warbeck.
  • Henry VII implemented strict financial policies to restore the kingdom's treasury.
  • Henry VII established the Court of Star Chamber to ensure royal control over the nobility.
  • Henry VII promoted trade and exploration, including supporting John Cabot's voyages to North America.
  • Henry VII signed the Treaty of Medina del Campo, strengthening trade relations between England and Spain.
  • Henry VII established a strong central government, reducing the power of the nobility.
  • Henry VII's reign saw the beginning of the Protestant Reformation in Europe.
  • Henry VII faced several rebellions early in his reign, including the Lambert Simnel uprising.
  • Henry VII established the Court of Requests to provide justice for the poor.
  • Henry VII's reign saw the emergence of a strong navy, laying the foundation for future naval dominance.
  • Henry VII's reign is often considered a time of stability and consolidation after the Wars of the Roses.
  • Henry VII established the Court of Wards to manage the estates of minors.
  • Henry VII's reign saw the flourishing of Renaissance culture in England.
  • Henry VII commissioned the construction of the Henry VII Chapel at Westminster Abbey.
  • Henry VII's reign saw the expansion of English influence in Ireland.
  • Henry VII died in 1509 and was succeeded by his son, Henry VIII.

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