10. What problems did Mary have when she returned to Scotland?

James Stewart was Mary's half brother. He had remained in Scotland when she was sent to France.

1. She was a Catholic Queen in a country which was now ruled by Protestants.


2. Her half brother James was one of the leaders of these Lords. He was powerful but could never become King.


3. She had to be careful not to upset the English / Queen Elizabeth I.


4. Some Catholic nobles wanted her to overturn the reformation and go back to the old religion.


5. She had to find a husband. He had to be strong enough to help her rule but he also had to be acceptable to Elizabeth I and also the Protestant Lords.