elizabethan england - exploration Flashcards
1
Q
what did Elizabeth’s foreign policy include?
A
- develop/improve trade
- protect borders
- protect the throne
- avoid war
2
Q
why did sending a letter to King Philip of spain II avoid war?
A
by sending him a letter, it might make him fear England which would put him off starting a war
3
Q
what year did Drake set off for the new world?
A
november 1577
4
Q
what was Drake set to come back with in november 1577?
A
black gold, silver, spices and any other valuables?
5
Q
why was Drakes voyage (1577-80) become famous?
A
because on his actual route home, he traveled all the way around the world.
6
Q
what year was Drake knighted by Elizabeth on the Golden hind.
A
1580
7
Q
what year was Drake hired as a privateer?
A
1572
8
Q
in 1573, how was war with spain avoided by Elizabeth and Drake?
A
they avoided war by tricking spanish and hiding their silver
