golden age Flashcards
how did art contribute to the golden age?
nobility spent money on decorations
minature portaits became popular
included lots of symbolism e.g. elizabeth was painted with globe in her hand
how did literature contribute to the golden age?
support for playwrights contributed to success of elizabethan theatres
shakespeare became popular and wrote sonnets
how did education contribute to golden age?
importance of education increased
some girls received limited education
how did science and technology contribute to the golden age?
more effective printing press which allowed more books to be produced
advancements in astronomy and navigation
how did navigation contribute to the golden age?
allowed foreign goods to be brought back to england
england became a major power
