Who was the second daughter of Henry VIII, whose rise to power was unexpected but occurred due to her siblings’ ineffectual reigns? She became queen regent in 1558, during which time she stabilized the British society as the last of the Tudor Royals because she did not marry nor provide an heir.
Explanation
Answer: C - Elizabeth I reined for most of the late 16th century. Her father Henry VIII and his marriages had taken a toll on the religious atmosphere of England. With her two siblings, Edward and Mary, antagonizing a faction and patronizing the opposition, the country was launched into turmoil. Elizabeth I, with her “middle-of-the-road” policies, managed to bring a compromise for both the Catholics and Protestants.
