Lifestyles Of The Rich And Poor Flashcards
What new class emerged during the Elizabethan Age?
Professionals
This reflects the social stratification that developed during this period.
How many echelons were present in Tudor society?
7
Each echelon had its own distinguishing features.
What was the annual income of the Nobles and Lords?
£6000
This income allowed for significant land ownership and wealth.
What percentage of cultivated land was owned by 50 families?
17%
This indicates a high concentration of land ownership among the wealthy.
What era is characterized by landowners remodeling their homes?
The Great Rebuilding era
This was fueled by Elizabeth’s Royal Progresses.
Name two notable houses from the Great Rebuilding era.
- Hardwick Hall
- Longleat House
What architectural features were common in new building styles?
- Clear divide between owner and servant
- Symmetry in design
- Large windows
What was the main function of the Long Gallery in these homes?
Entertainment
Activities included music, dancing, exercise, and playing games.
What was a fashionable outfit for noblemen during the Elizabethan Age?
- Doublet
- Ruff
- Jerkin
- Breeches
- Leather shoes
- Stockings
- Cloak and hat
What subjects were young noblemen tutored in at home?
- French
- Latin
- Greek
- Social etiquette
What was a fashionable outfit for noble ladies?
- Petticoat (farthingale)
- Gown
- Stockings
- Ruff
- Wide sleeves
- Bracelets
- Brooches
- Strings of pearls
What did young ladies learn to do?
Supervise the daily running of the household
What classes aimed to copy the lifestyles of the nobility?
Gentry and Yeoman classes
They did this on a smaller scale.
What was the typical structure of homes for the gentry?
At least 5 rooms, including servant quarters
What educational opportunities were available to the sons of the gentry?
- Grammar schools for Greek and Latin
- 360 schools by the end of the 1500s
What was the age at which some young men went to Oxford or Cambridge?
15/16 years old
What were the wandering poor called?
Sturdy beggars
They were perceived as a burden on society.
What were some types of vagabonds?
- Hooker
- Dummerer
- Counterfeit Crank
What characterized the homes of the poor?
One room, often shared with animals, earth floor, thatched roof, no glass windows
What was the main meal for the poor and when was it eaten?
Vegetable stew at 6pm
What was a typical daily working schedule for the poor?
Long 12-hour day
What basic clothing did the poor typically wear?
- Leather shoes
- Woolen stockings
- Jacket
- Waistcoat
- Leather breeches
- Felt hat
What was the education level like for the poor?
Little to none; some attended Parish School
What were common leisure activities for the poor?
- Gambling
- Playing cards
- Visiting local inns
- Fishing
