Elizabeth England c1568- 1603: The Difficulties of a Female Ruler Flashcards

1
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What age and how old did Elizabeth I come to the throne?

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1558 at age 25

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2
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Why was it unclear who would succeed Elizabeth I?

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She was the last living child of Henry VII and had no children of her own.

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3
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What drew attention to the uncertainty of England’s future in 1562?

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Elizabeth I nearly died of smallpox

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4
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Why did many Catholics believe Elizabeth I was illegitimate to the throne?

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Henry’s marriage to Elizabeth’s mother wasn’t recognised in Catholicism.

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5
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What was the name for an extreme form of Protestantism?

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Puritanism

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6
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Why would puritan control of Elizabeth church damage the religious settlement?

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It would be made too extreme.

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7
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Give two examples of Catholic countries that wanted influence over England.

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Spain and France

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8
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Why was the Netherlands a key area of tension during the Elizabethan era?

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The protestant population was in conflict with its Spanish rulers and Elizabeth had to decide whether to be involved or not.

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9
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Why did Elizabeth need to raise taxes in England?

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The country was short on money especially after Henry VII’s reign.

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10
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Why would raising taxes be very unpopular in England?

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Poverty was widespread.

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11
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Who did many Catholics see as an alternative Queen of England?

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Mary Queen of Scots

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12
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When did Elizabeth face a major revolt in Ireland?

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1559

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13
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Why was getting married seen as an important duty of a Monarch?

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To produce a heit and cement alliances.

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What were 4 reasons Elizabeth I would be against marriage?

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  1. Loss of authority
  2. Birth was a risk
  3. Both her father’s and sisters experience with marriage had been bad
  4. Able to use the possibility of marriage to do with important leaders
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15
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List 4 of Elizabeth I’s potential suitors:

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  1. Francis, Duke of Anjou and Alençon
  2. King Philip II of Spain
  3. Robert Dudley, Earl of Leicester
  4. The Earl of Essex
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16
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Who was Francis Duke of Anjou and Alençon?

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The French kings brother and heir to the French throne.

17
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How old was Elizabeth I when marriage was proposed with Francis?

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46

18
Q

Why could it have been bad for Elizabeth I to marry Francis at 46?

A

She was probably beyond having children and the childless marriage could result in England falling under French control.

19
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Why were many important figures in Elizabets court against Elizabeth I marrying Francis?

A

He was Catholic

20
Q

Who was one of the most wealthiest and Powerful men in the world during the Elizabethan era?

A

King Philip II of Spain

21
Q

Who was King Philip II of Spain previously married to before proposing to Elizabeth I?

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Queen Mary I, Elizabeth’s sister.

22
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Why would many members of Elizabeth court be against I’s marriage to King Philip II of Spain?

A

He was Catholic

23
Q

Why did many assume that Robert Dudley and Elizabeth I were in love?

A

They were childhood friend and he was Elizabeth favourite throughout her reign.

24
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What was Robert Dudley a member of?

A

The Privy Council

25
Q

When was Robert Dudley free to marry Elizabeth I?

A

Once his wife had died

26
Q

Why was it nearly impossible for Robert Dudley to marry Elizabeth I?

A

There was scandals surrounding his wife’s death and rumours of his involvement.

27
Q

Finish the sentence: Elizabeth said she was married to…

A

‘The kingdom of England’

28
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Why did Elizabeth I say she remained single for?

A

To focus totally on rolling her country and keep England secure and independent.