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More's Final Interrogation, 3 June 1535 (SB, pp. 347-51)

1. What has been the effect of More's silence, according to his accusers?

2. What comforts More as he faces his accusers and adversity?

3. What "most virtuous lesson" (349) did More learn from Henry when he first entered the King's service?

4. According to More, how does his case differ from that of a heretic, who might also invoke conscience in defense of heresy?

5. How does More judge Henry's new law?

6. Why doesn't More judge the consciences of those who have taken the oath?

7. What accounts for the surety of More's conscience?

 

General Interrogation Questions

1.  In these interrogations, how does More defend his response to the Act and             oath?

2.  How does Henry VIII use his power in attempting to persuade More?

3.  Why is More convinced that he remains a loyal servant to the King?