Elizabeth Chapter 1- Elizabeth and her court Flashcards

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When did Queen Elizabeth I reign?

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from 1558-1603

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Why was Elizabeth I’s rise to the throne unexpected?

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-Her mother, Anne Boleyn, was executed for treason.
-Her elder sister, Queen Mary I, viewed her as a threat.
-She was the middle child of Henry VIII, with both siblings ahead of her in succession.

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What was Elizabeth’s upbringing like?

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-Educated & raised in the royal household.
-Learned to navigate the dangers of court life carefully.

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What was the structure of power in Elizabethan England?

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-The queen had authority but relied on advisors.
-Power was held by key trusted individuals, especially privy councillors

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How did Elizabeth I use patronage to ensure loyalty?

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-Awarded titles, land & monopolies.
-Provided powerful positions and money-making opportunities.
-Exchanged these for obedience and support from courtiers.

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5
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How old was Elizabeth when she became queen?

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25

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When did Mary reign?

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1553-1558

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What was the royal court in Elizabethan England?

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-Made up of officials, servants & advisors around Elizabeth
-Centre of power & source of trends/fashions
-Included the Privy Council
-Justices of the Peace & Parliament were not part of the court

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Lord Lieutenants

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-Appointed by the queen
-Responsible for running a particular area of the country
-Responsible for raising a militia to fight for the queen if needed
-Many also served on the Privy Council

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What was the role of Justices of the Peace in Elizabethan England?

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-Several in each county
-Responsible for maintaining order
-Enforced the law

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What was Parliament’s role in Elizabethan England?

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-Made up of House of Lords & House of Commons
-Influenced tax & passed laws
-The queen could call or ignore Parliament’s advice

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What was the Privy Council’s role?

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-Managed daily running of the country, dealing with all policy areas
-Elizabeth had to appoint powerful landowners to prevent rebellion
-If council was united (almost impossible for Queen to go against their wishes)
-Rarely united due to ambitious rivals
-Led by the Secretary of State

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Who were two important Secretaries of State during Elizabeth’s reign?

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-William Cecil
-Francis Walsingham

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