Religion: renaissance ideas; reform of the Church; continuity and change by 1547
Renaissance thinkers criticised the Catholic Church from within. Henry VIII then broke from Rome entirely. By 1547, England had changed dramatically — but much of Catholic practice still survived.
Real World
Erasmus's satire 'The Praise of Folly' (1511), dedicated to his friend Thomas More, mocked corrupt clergy across Europe — functioning like a viral social media critique that reached educated readers in every major city.
Exam Focus
On continuity and change questions, use 'however' to pivot: show what changed under Henry VIII, then evidence what Catholic practice survived to 1547.
Essay Framework
Use PEEL to structure every paragraph. Tap each step for guidance and an example.
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