Elizabeth England c1568- 1603: A 'Golden Age' Flashcards
What was the order of the ‘Great Chain of Being’?
. God
. Angels
. Monarchs
. Nobility
. Gentry
. Peasantry
. Animals and plants
Why did the gentry begin to grow in wealth during the Elizabeth period?
The Elizabethan period brought stability and people could make money from trade.
What was Bess of Hardwick also known as?
Elizabeth Shrewsbury
Who built Hardwick Hall between 1590 and 1597?
Bess of Hardwick/ Elizabeth Shrewsbury
What was one way the Gentry and nobility could show off their wealth and privilege?
By building lavish country homes
Name five traits of a lavish country home in the Elizabethan era.
- Purpose was to display taste not for defence
- Symmetrical with open courtyards
- Glass windows
- Great chamber to replace medival great hall
- More rooms for privacy
What was known as the Renaissance?
The revival of European art and literature in the 14th to 16th centuries.
Name 3 more structural changes to homes to show wealth.
- Long galleries
- Coat of arms in stonework
- Portraits
Name one popular actor from the Elizabethan era.
Richard burbage
What would the groups of people who performed be known as?
Theatre troupes
What is an example of a theatre troupe?
Lord Chamberlain’s Men
Lord Chamberlain’s Men
Who were the theatre companies named after?
The patron – the person who provided their funding.
How did theatre change in the Elizabethan era?
The first permanent theatres were being built, therefore both the rich and poor now attended the performances.
What section of a theatre was often called a ‘Juliet balcony’?
The Lord’s rooms, with the most expensive seats, that were sometimes used by actors and musicians during performances.
What section of an Elizabethan theatre was for the ordinary People?
The pit which was completely open to the weather.
Who tended to sit in the galleries of an Elizabethan theatre?
The rich as it consisted off covered seated areas.
The roof in Elizabethan theatre stretched over the _____. Ropes and _______ were used for scene changes and ________ entrances. The roof was often referred to as the ‘_______’.
- stage
- rigging
- dramatic
- heavens
When did performances generally begin in the Elizabethan era?
3 pm
What did the ticket price depend on?
Where you sat or (stood)
Why would theatre be appealing to the poor?
It was cheap entertainment
Why would theatre be appealing to the rich?
It was a chance to show off how cultured they were.
Why was theatre so entertaining?
The genres were versatile, plays were humorous, tragic or historical.
Why was there a contemporary and relevant to the time?
Many plays carried political messages.
What were 4 reasons some people opposed the theatre?
- Some saw as sinful
- Puritans saw theatre going as a distraction from prayer seeing as it was usually on Sunday
- There were concerns that large gatherings might spread disease
- Theatres were dangerous places where there was drunkenness crime and other immoral behavior
How did Elizabeth I bring stability and security to England?
She made an effort to avoid religious turmoil.
Name three aspects in which the Elizabethan era had significant break througs in.
- Navigation
- Astronomy
- A growing understanding of magnetism
What type of people in Elizabeth society received an education?
Wealthy boys and some girls.
What did many noble’s write?
Poetry
Finish the sentence: During the Elizabethan era England became a…
Major power in the world as Europeans discovered newlands and peoples.
What popularised in art during the Elizabethan era?
. Portraits
. Decorative silverware
. Decorative textiles
List 5 things that suggest the Elizabethan era wasn’t really a ‘golden age’:
- Blood sports like dog fighting and bear baiting remained popular
- Torture and brutal execution were still used by the government
- Only a small minority lived in luxury
- Life expectancy was low and medical treatment was ineffective
- Some practices like alchemy and astrology were questionable
House idea of a ‘golden age’ encouraged by Elizabeth and her government,?
Through plays, festivals, and pamphlets which promoted the idea.
What term was used to describe the spreading of the idea of a ‘golden age’?
Gloriana
