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6 the Church, into two provinces, that of Canterbury and that of York; of which the archbishops of Canterbury and York are the governors.

What is an archbishop?

A bishop who is placed over other bishops.

Where and when did the archbishops, bishops, and clergy agree to these Articles?

"In the convocation holden at London in the year 1562."

What is a convocation?

A synod or meeting of the bishops and clergy of the provinces.

How could the whole clergy meet together to agree to these Articles?

The clergy of each diocese met together beforehand, and sent deputies to speak for them at the convocation.

What do you mean by a diocese?

A portion of country under the government of one bishop.

Were the articles originally published only by the authority of the bishops and clergy?

No: they were also assented to by Elizabeth, the queen of England at the time, and published by her authority.

What further authority have they since received as regards the Church of England?

An act of parliament requires the clergy of that Church to subscribe them.