Elizabeth And The Spanish Armada Flashcards
1
Q
When did Elizabeth I reject King Philip?
A
1588
2
Q
How did Philip react to the reject?
A
He decided to start war.
3
Q
What was another reason Philip was mad?
A
English sailors would rob Spain.
4
Q
How many ships were in the Spanish Armada?
A
131 ships
5
Q
How many soldiers were there?
A
35000 soldiers
6
Q
When was the armada spotted by Britain?
A
19th July
7
Q
When did the Armada try to retreat?
A
30th July
8
Q
When did Elizabeth I fight back?
A
28th July
9
Q
When did the armada set sail?
A
12th July 1588
10
Q
What percent of the Armada survived and retreated back to Spain.
A
50 percent
