Elizabeth paper Flashcards
You will get a how convincing question worth 8 marks.
How should you structure it and how long should you spend on it?
P1- The extract is convincing because… The message of the extract is…
(include 2-3 quotes)
P2- Summary- Overview of how convincing
Spend 10 minutes
You will get an explain the importance question worth 8 marks.
How should you structure it and how long should you spend on it?
Write 2 PEEL paragraphs that contain 2 consequences each.
P- Point
E- Evidence (quote)
E- Explain (2 consequences)
L- Link to question tail
Spend 10 minutes
You will get a write an account question worth 8 marks.
How should you structure it and how long should you spend on it?
Write 2 paragraphs, in each:
What
Why
Consequence
Spend 10 minutes
You will get a write a Hardwick Hall question worth 16 marks.
How should you structure it and how long should you spend on it?
P1- How Hardwick Hall reflects the prosperity (wealth) of Bess
P2- How Hardwick Hall reflects Elizabethan society
P3- How Hardwick Hall reflects that it was a home build for comfort
P4- Conclusion (which is the most important?)
In each of the first 3 paragraphs, use 2-3 specific examples
Spend 30 minutes
List 3 specific examples of how Hardwick Hall reflects the prosperity (wealth) of Bess
Large glass windows
- glass was a luxury item and large windows were rare and expensive
Her initials on the towers
- a unique, costly choice as this personalization required skilled masonry work
Tapestries
- they were intricately woven and often imported, with some made of silk or metal threads, expressing luxury and prosperity
List 3 specific examples of how Hardwick Hall reflects Elizabethan society
Hierarchy of floors
- reflects Elizabethan societal hierarchy. The ground floor was for servants, the middle for family, and the top floor was reserved for royalty
Long gallery and artwork
- displayed paintings of Eliz and other notable figures, symbolizing Bess’s loyalty and alignment with the queen
Symmetry and Renaissance Influence
- reflects the Elizabethan values of order, balance, and culture
List 3 specific examples of how Hardwick Hall reflects that it was a home build for comfort
Loggia
- allowed residents to enjoy the outdoors even in poor weather and ensured residents could relax and exercise no matter the season
Fireplaces
- provided warmth and comfort during the winter months
Blue Room
-a comfortable, private space used for socializing, reading, and relaxation
Northern Rebellion
When?
Sum it up
Consequences
1569
The Earls of Northumberland and Westmoreland gathered 4,500 Northern Catholic troops and launched a revolt cuz Eliz took some of their land. They gathered in Durham and took Catholic mass at the cathedral. The Earl of Sussex ended the revolt.
Consequences- Eliz executed Northumberland and 450 rebels. The Duke of Norfolk was arrested, then released- contributing to the Ridolfi plot
Papal Bull
When?
Sum it up
Consequences
1570
The Pope excommunicated Eliz from the Catholic church. It asked all Catholics to end Eliz’s reign therefore English Catholics had to decide who to support.
Consequences- Catholics started to plot against her. It contributed towards King Phillip’s Spanish Armada
Ridolfi Plot
When?
Sum it up
Consequences
1571
Ridolfi planned to dispose Eliz with help from Spain. The plot aimed to assassinate her, replace her with MQS and restore Catholicism. MQS was intended to marry the Duke of Norfolk to become Queen of England. Cecil uncovered the plot and prevented it from happening.
Consequences- Duke of Norfolk got executed. Eliz refused to punish MQS and she remained imprisoned. Eliz pursued a better relationship with France.
Throckmorton Plot
When?
Sum it up
Consequences
1583
Francis Throckmorton acted as a go- between for MQS and the Spanish Ambassador. He was planning to overthrow Eliz, replace her with MQS and restore Catholicism. Walsingham put Throckmorton under surveillance. His house was searched and they found research on harbours for invasion.
Consequences- Throckmorton was arrested and executed. MQS was moved to Tutbury castle and placed on house arrest. The Spanish Ambassador was removed from court and sent back to Spain.
Babington Plot
When?
Sum it up
Consequences
1586
Anthony Babington has a plot to kill Eliz, rescue MQS and put her on the throne. He wrote to Mary to explain the plot. Walsingham allowed the plot to develop so he could get evidence against MQS. Mary wrote back to Babington which gave Walsingham the evidence he needed.
Consequences- Babington was hung, drawn and quartered. The persecution of MQS made England and Spain’s relationship worse.
Mary was executed in 1587
Reasons of the Spanish Armada
Religion- The execution of MQS gave Philip a reason to attack England.
Eliz’s decisions- She supported Drake’s privateering in the Spanish Americas. She also undermined Philips rule in the Netherlands.
Spain’s wealth-The Duke of Parma re-asserted Spain’s dominance in the Netherlands. In 1980, Spain captured Portugal which boosted Spain’s wealth.
How did Eliz defeat the Spanish Armada?
The galleon ship design- The galleons moved faster than the Spanish war ships. The galleon’s cannon design allowed for faster reloads.
English tactics- The ships has smaller cannons with longer range so they could hit the Armada from a distance. So the Armada could not get close enough to use their cannons and boarding tactics.
Sir Francis Drake- Drake used the fireship tactic against the Spanish at Calais. This caused the Spanish to cut their anchors and flee. The Spanish were unable to dock at a harbour and were forced into the North Sea.
Why did the Spanish Armada fail?
Bad preparation- Spain did not have enough food, water or cannonballs to fight the English.
Spanish tactics- The crescent formation lacked the manoeuvrability needed against the English ships.
What was Philip’s plan? (Spanish Armada)
Send a great fleet of Spanish ships through the English channel. He picked up soldiers from the Netherlands and the Duke of Parma on the way. They were supposed to land on the Kent coast of England and have soldiers march to London to assure victory.
His plan was unsuccessful
The theatre attracted all classes of Elizabethan England. Where did the different classes go?
The working classes payed 1 penny to stand in the ‘pit’. This was closest to the stage but was exposed to the weather and it was cramped.
The upper classes payed for seats in the ‘gallery’ that offered a poor vies of the stage but had the best view of the audience and had protection from the weather.
How did Eliz use the theatre?
She used the theatre to spread political messages and warn of the dangers of religious conflict as well as using it as a powerful propaganda tool to promote Protestantism.
What challenges did Elizabeth I face due to her gender?
Female monarchs were rare and seen as weak.
Elizabeth had to prove she was capable of ruling.
She used charm, patronage, and rivalries to maintain power.
What were the issues with Elizabeth’s marriage and succession?
Marriage could lead to foreign control of England.
Elizabeth refused to name a successor, creating instability.
The issue was unresolved until the end of her reign.
How did Elizabeth manage her relationship with Parliament?
Elizabeth used charm and persuasion to control Parliament.
She asked for taxes and passed important laws.
She limited discussions on sensitive topics like succession.
What were the Puritans’ main beliefs?
Puritans were strict Protestants who believed in no religious compromise.
They followed the teachings of John Calvin and wanted to remove all Catholic features in the Church of England.
They opposed the use of crucifixes, vestments, and organ music in church services.
How did Elizabeth respond to the Puritan threat?
Elizabeth used a combination of compromise and punishment to deal with Puritans.
She enforced strict religious conformity by removing non-compliant bishops and clergymen.
She closed Parliament in 1571 to prevent Puritan reform ideas and expelled Puritan priests in the 1570s.
