Elizabethan era - Topic 1 - Elizabethan Government Flashcards
when was Elizabeth born
1533
who was Elizabeth’s parents
King Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn
who were her other important family members for this topic
- Her Half Sister - Mary I (Bloody Mary)
- Her Half brother - Edward VI
- Her Cousin - Mary Queen of Scots
what religion does Elizabeth grow up as and how is that similar or different to the religion of England at times in her life
Raised Protestant but the religion of England changes throughout her life.
Henry’s Rule = Protestant
Edwards Rule = Protestant
Mary’s Rule = Catholic
What Happened to Elizabeth due to the Wyatt Rebellion
She was locked in the tower of London by Mary I
When did Elizabeth’s corrination take place
15th of January 1559
How was Elizabeth’s education growing up
She was well read, could speak 5 languages including Latin and Greek. She studied Theology (study of nature of religious beliefs) and keen to avoid religious disputes.
What was Elizabeth’s Nickname
The Virgin Queen
what were royal progresses
- A ten week annual tour
around the south of England, mainly the
Home Counties (close to London). - Visited and stayed in stately homes of the
nobility. It was the highest honour to be
bestowed upon the rich. - She was joined by her entire Royal Court
including servants, ladies in waiting and
government advisors.
what was the royal court
The Royal Court was the centre of all political power in the realm.
who were the privy council
they were a body of advisors appointed by the queen and in charge of the day to day running on the country (her government).
How often did the privy council meet
3 to 4 times a week
