Elizabeth 1-The Netherlands and declining Anglo-Spanish relations 1570-1585

Question 1

In 1572 how did Elizabeth significantly contribute to the deterioation of Anglo-Spanish relations?

Answer 1

.By expelling the sea beggars from English ports-they were forced to land in the Dutch port of Brielle, their occupation of the port sparked a full scale revolt against the Spanish

Question 2

What did Elizabeth briefly consider in order to restore English influence in the Netherlands?

Answer 2

.Elizabeth contemplated marriage to the Duke of Anjou

Question 3

How from an English perspective did the situation in the Netherlands get worse?

Answer 3

Due to divisions amongst the provinces led to the emergence of two separate entities, one largely protestant and one largely Catholic

Question 4

How was Spanish power strengthened in 1590?

Answer 4

It was strengthened by the annexation of Portugal

Question 5

After 1590 what position did Elizabeth take up regarding the Spanish?

Answer 5

Elizabeth took up an Anti Spanish position