Question

Why did Henry VIII seek a separation from the Catholic Church?

Answer 1

The correct answer is B and C.

Henry VIII separated from the Catholic Church because:

B. the Catholic church refused to grant him a divorce from Catherine of Aragon, who failed to produce a male heir.

Eventually, this led to the establishment of the Church of England.

In addition he also wanted to:

C. Bring church property in Britain under his control

The Church at the time was one of the richest entities in United Kingdom and the King had an eye on it.

Answer 2

He did so because the church did not allow him to divorce his first wife, Catherine of Aragon. He also wanted ownership of church property in England.

So, B and maybe C

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