elizabeth- being a female ruler Flashcards
what were the positives if elizabeth got married
-would create an alliance
-there would be an heir to the throne ,this would prevent mary from becoming queen
what were the main problems elizabeth faced
-she wanted to assert power
-her sister was married to the king of france
-needs to have a son
what were the negatives if elizabeth got married
-there could be power problems
-child birth was a medical risk
potential husband-
robert dudley
-member of the privy council
-had lots of power and wealth
-killed ex-wife (pushed her down the stairs)
potential husband-
king phillip of spain
-already her brother in law
-the worlds wealthiest man
-had the largest navy
-would create a big alliance
potential husband-
francis
-the french kings brother
-met elizabeth too late in her life
-couldn’t have children due to elizabeth