Elizabethan England Flashcards
What problems did Elizabeth face in 1558?
- Claims of illegitimacy
- Divided religions throughout britain and Elizabeth was a protestant
- Many thought women were inferior so should not rule
What challenges was Elizabeth faced from home and abroard in 1558?
The country was financially weak at the time.
The country was seen as weak in terms of power. France and spain were strong and both Catholic
Mary queen of scots was seen by some as the legitimate queen. She was also half French.
When was the religious settlement?q
1559
What 3 parts made up the religious settlement?
Act of supremacy (Elizabeth reigned supreme)
Act of Uniformity (all church services to be made identical)
Royal injunctions (instructions to reinforce the two main acts)
What group of people were dissaprovant of the Catholic church?
Puritans
What and when was the revolt of the northern earls?
1559
A plot to march down south from durham (after taking over the cathedral) and join spanish reinforcements in order to seize london and overthrow Elizabeth. Putting Mary QoS in her place.
What were the main events of the revolt of the Northern Earls
Rebels took Durham and held a full Catholic mass. They reached leeds but many nobles stayed loyal to Elizabeth and they were forced to retreat. Hundreds of rebels executed.
What was the significance of the revolt of the Northern Earls
First serious revolt over Elizabeth but the power and control of the Northern Earls ended. Elizabeth excommunicated from the Catholic Church
Why were there initial problems between Spain and England
Elizabeth was a protestant and refused the Spanish king’s offer of marriage.
What are the significances of Drake’s actions as a privateer
Worsened relations between England and Spain as he stole large amounts and was knighted by Elizabeth.
What support did Elizabeth initially give to the Dutch
Allowed them to shelter in the ports (sea beggars)
Took money from Spanish ships
Provided financial help to dutch rebels
Who was Robert Dudley and What did he do?
He was the Earl of Leicster and he led many failed combat expeditions in the Netherlands. Worsened relations
What was the significance of the treaty of joinville, and what was the treaty?
The treaty was an alliance between France and Spain and Elizabeth felt she could not avoid war anymore. Signed treaty of Nonsuch in support of Dutch rebels.
When were the treaties of Joinville and Nonsuch.
1584 and 1585
What was the importance of Drake’s raid on Cadiz
The ‘singeing of the king of spains beard’ destroyed many ships and freshwater supplies in the new world and largely delayed an attack by the spanish.
