James is born in 1566 in Scotland. His mother was the famous Mary Stuart, but who was his father?
Lord Darnley
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When did James I become King of Scotland?
1567
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When did James I become King of England?
1603
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In 1598, before he left Scotland, James wrote a book in which he compared Kings to Gods. What is the title of this book? (It's also known as 'The Kingly Gift')
Basilicon Doron
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At the beginning of James' reign, Sir Robert Cecil was his chief minister. James, satisfied by Cecil's work, made him an Earl of where?
Salisbury
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Who was James' first favourite who married Frances Howard, the daughter of the Earl of Suffolk?
Robert Carr
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George Villiers was the most famous of James' favourites. Under which name do we know him better?
Buckingham
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Where did James hold a conference on religion in 1604?
Hampton Court
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Towards the end of his reign, James' Lord Chancellor was deprived of all his offices for taking bribes. Who was this notorious man?
Francis Bacon
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When did James I die?
27th March 1625
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When did James I become King of Scotland?
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1567
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When did James I become King of England?
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Card 4
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In 1598, before he left Scotland, James wrote a book in which he compared Kings to Gods. What is the title of this book? (It's also known as 'The Kingly Gift')
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Card 5
Front
At the beginning of James' reign, Sir Robert Cecil was his chief minister. James, satisfied by Cecil's work, made him an Earl of where?
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