To what extent did royal authority decline in the years 1547-1558?
No decline/little
Point 1: Edward's religious reforms were passed through ruthlessly
Point 2: Mary could be seen as a successful ruler
Point 7: Mary's legacy has some successful features
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Yes decline
Point 2: Frequency of rebellions
Point 4: Edward was a minor
Point 5: Both monarchs received opposition to their religious policies Point 6: Mary's royal authority was undermined by marrying Philip |