The Protestant Reformation in England:
A) occurred more for political reasons than because of disagreement about religious doctrine
B) was almost undone when Elizabeth tried to reimpose Catholicism
C) was led by John Calvin
D) occurred prior to the Reformation in Germany
E) led to the overthrow of Henry VIII

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The Protestant Reformation in England was initiated by King Henry VIII primarily for political reasons, specifically his desire to annul his marriage to Catherine of Aragon, which the Pope refused to grant. This led to the establishment of the Church of England, separate from the Roman Catholic Church.