Elizabethan Era 8-10 Flashcards
1
Q
What was the Great Chain of Being?
A
A highly structured hierarchy.
2
Q
Who was fourth in the Great Chain of Being?
A
Peasantry
3
Q
What does monarch mean?
A
The King/Queen. Ruled under hereditary succession
4
Q
How did Nobles gain power?
A
They were born into the group
5
Q
What was one of the most popular forms of entertainment?
A
The theatre
6
Q
When did performances usually begin?
A
Generally at 3:00pm
7
Q
Were girls allowed to act?
A
No, only boys were allowed to perform
8
Q
When was the globe theatre made?
A
In 1599
9
Q
Where did the ordinary people stand in the theatre?
A
In the pit
10
Q
What else is the Elizabethan era known as?
A
The golden age
11
Q
Give two examples of blood sports
A
Dog fighting and Bear baiting
