Society in the UK during units 1 & 2

During these two units the black plague struck the UK. The black plague was devastating, killing many people. The human anatomy was not stressed during this time period, so many people caught the plague and had no idea they did. Medicine was not very successful in curing the plague, so as a result many people died. In addition, the renaissance took place as well. The renaissance took place in France first and spread to the rest of Europe later. The renaissance contained the revival of classical sources, the rise of courtly and papal patronage, the development of perspective in painting, and advancements in science. The church was also weakened during these two units. The reformation was sparked by Martin Luther, which caused the Catholic church to become very weak. During the reformation in England, Anglicanism was formed by Henry VIII. Henry wished to have his marriage to Catherine end by getting the pope to null and void it. The pope did not agree with Henry and refused to grant his wishes. As a result, Henry created Anglicanism so he could divorce Catherine and marry Anne Boleyn. He then created the Act of Supremacy, which stated that the King was head of church and state.