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A Long and Illustrious History

Henry VIII established the Church of England. What is its head called?

AThe Archbishop of Canterbury
BThe Prime Minister
CThe Pope
DThe Monarch

Answer & explanation

The correct answer is The Monarch.

The Monarch (King or Queen) is the Supreme Governor of the Church of England, a role established by Henry VIII when he broke from Rome. The Archbishop of Canterbury is the senior bishop.

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