Extra Flashcards
1
Q
What did nobles of court have to do to achieve better social status?
A
Be seen at court.
2
Q
Why were royal officials at court?
A
To make sure that government ran smoothly.
3
Q
How many principle residences did Elizabeth inherit?
A
14.
4
Q
Where were was her main palace?
A
Whitehall.
5
Q
Where was her favourite residence?
A
Her birthplace in Grenich.
6
Q
What were the two main places at court?
A
The presence chamber and the privy chamber.
7
Q
What di privy chamber do?
A
Advise her.
8
Q
How many people did the royal household employ?
A
1500 people who received a daily allowance of food, candles and firewood.
9
Q
Who was responsible for the operation of the court?
A
The lord Chamberlin.
