Context Flashcards
1
Q
Why did people move to London?
A
Wages were 50% higher than other places in the country
2
Q
Why could people afford to visit the theatre so often?
A
England was at peace for the late 16th and early 17th century- brought prosperity
3
Q
What rights did women have?
A
Very limited rights.
Had little power over the direction of their lives.
No formal education.
However:
Single women could inherit land etc. without a male guardian. But such rights dissolved with marriage.
4
Q
What was the major religion in England?
A
Christianity
