A Long and Illustrious History
Sir Thomas More was executed by Henry VIII because:
AHe openly supported and aided the Spanish Armada's invasion of England
BHe was accused of committing high treason against the king during a battle
CHe had been involved in a conspiracy to assassinate and overthrow the king
DHe refused to accept Henry VIII as Supreme Head of the Church of England ✓
Answer & explanation
The correct answer is He refused to accept Henry VIII as Supreme Head of the Church of England.
Sir Thomas More, a devout Catholic and former Lord Chancellor, refused to acknowledge Henry VIII as the Supreme Head of the Church of England. He was executed for treason in 1535.
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