Section B: Early Elizabethan England 1558-88 Flashcards
When did Elizabeth I begin her reign?
1558
Name two major problems Elizabeth faced at the start of her reign.
Religious divisions and threats from foreign powers
Why was religion a problem for Elizabeth in 1558?
England was divided between Catholics and Protestants
What was the Revolt of the Northern Earls?
A Catholic rebellion in 1569-70 aiming to depose Elizabeth and replace her with Mary
What were the main causes of the Revolt of the Northern Earls?
Religious discontent
Name two key leaders of the Revolt of the Northern Earls.
The Earl of Northumberland and the Earl of Westmorland
What was the outcome of the Revolt of the Northern Earls?
The revolt failed; Elizabeth strengthened her control and executed many rebels
What years did Drake’s circumnavigation of the globe take place?
1577-1580
Why was Drake’s circumnavigation important for Elizabethan England?
It boosted England’s prestige
Name two plots against Elizabeth between 1571-86.
The Ridolfi Plot (1571) and the Babington Plot (1586)
What was the goal of the Ridolfi Plot?
To assassinate Elizabeth and place Mary
How did Elizabeth deal with the plots against her?
By strengthening her spy network (led by Francis Walsingham) and executing conspirators
What was the purpose of Elizabethan education?
To prepare boys for roles in government
Who mainly received education during Elizabeth’s reign?
Boys from wealthy families
Name two types of schools available in Elizabethan England.
Grammar schools and petty schools
How did Elizabethan education differ for boys and girls?
Boys received formal schooling; most girls were educated at home or not at all
When did Elizabeth I begin her reign?
1558
Name two major problems Elizabeth faced at the start of her reign.
Religious divisions and threats from foreign powers
Why was religion a problem for Elizabeth in 1558?
England was divided between Catholics and Protestants
What was the Revolt of the Northern Earls?
A Catholic rebellion in 1569-70 aiming to depose Elizabeth and replace her with Mary
What were the main causes of the Revolt of the Northern Earls?
Religious discontent
Name two key leaders of the Revolt of the Northern Earls.
The Earl of Northumberland and the Earl of Westmorland
What was the outcome of the Revolt of the Northern Earls?
The revolt failed; Elizabeth strengthened her control and executed many rebels
What years did Drake’s circumnavigation of the globe take place?
1577-1580
