Innocence and Naivety

The Queen's idealism and belief in virtue make her blind to the court's treachery, leading to her downfall as she fails to recognize the dangers posed by those around her.

Katharine's boldness in confronting Norfolk may stem from a naive belief in her own security, despite the dangers around her.

The Queen's idealism is on display in her conversation with Cicely Rochford, where she laments the degenerate days and believes in a past ancient nobleness, while Cicely mocks her for being a 'Queen of dreams and fancies'.

Katharine's trusting nature and her belief that her position as Queen protects her from harm, despite Lady Mary's warnings.

The Queen's compassionate act and her comment on monasteries reveal her naive, kind-hearted nature amidst political realities.