Elizebeth early reign Flashcards
what year did Elizabeth come to power
1558
What were strengths Elizabeth brought to the monarchy
Elizabeth was popular and her reign was seen as a fresh start.
She had English parents, Anne Boleyn and Henry VIII. This meant that she would be more likely to be free from overseas influences.
She was single so she could have her choice of suitors rather than be controlled by a foreign husband.
Elizabeth was a Protestant
and was committed to re-establishing the Protestant Church in England. This would please some but not all.
what was the privy council
The Privy Council were a group of powerful noblemen appointed by Elizabeth. They advised Elizabeth but did not control her.
the council met everyday and was the most powerful part of the machinery of the government.
what were problems Elizabeth inherited
The country as in £250,000 of dept stopping her from being able to make big changes
Mary queen of Scotts had a claim to the throne. she was catholic so catholics wanted her in charge
try to invade and threaten her position
