Question

Under whose reign did the Renaissance really take off in England?

Answer 1

Answer: Henry VIII (A is correct)

Explanation: Henry VIII´s policy initiated English renaissance and reformation. Independence on Rome is a very good example of that. It is a time of Thomas Morus as well, famous and widely respected renaissance thinker. In 1534 Henry was  named supreme head of Anglican church. Henry´s policy towards Rome (separation) was accompanied by several doctrinal changes. None of this medieval. Period after Wars of Roses is the period that initiates renaissance, reformation.