B: The plots against Elizabeth 1571 - 86

Question 1

Ridolfi Plot (1571):

Answer 1

The Ridolfi Plot tried to replace Elizabeth with Mary, Queen of Scots. It involved Spanish troops invading England and English Catholics rebelling. But the plot was found out, and its leader, Roberto di Ridolfi, was caught and executed.

Question 2

Throckmorton Plot (1583):

Answer 2

The Throckmorton Plot aimed to remove Elizabeth and make Mary, Queen of Scots, the ruler. It included a French invasion, killing Elizabeth, and freeing Mary. But the plan was discovered, and its leader, Francis Throckmorton, was captured, tried, and executed.

Question 3

Babington Plot (1586):

Answer 3

The Babington Plot tried to kill Elizabeth and make Mary, Queen of Scots, the ruler. English Catholics planned to free Mary. But Sir Francis Walsingham discovered the plot, and the conspirators were arrested. Anthony Babington and others were executed, and Mary was implicated, resulting in her trial and execution.