Throckmorton Plot

Question 1

Aims of the plot?

Answer 1

(1583) They wanted to restore Catholicism in England and overthrow Elizabeth.

Question 2

What happened in the plot?

Answer 2

Sir Francis Walsingham’s (Elizabeth’s secretary) agents found papers at Francis Throckmorton’s house. He was abused, confessed then executed.

Question 3

How did the plot fail?

Answer 3

Sir Francis Walsingham’s agents found incriminating papers at Throckmorton’s house.