Section B: Early Elizabethan England 1558-88 Flashcards
What were Elizabeth I’s major problems at the start of her reign?
Religious division, financial debt, foreign threats, questions over legitimacy, pressure to marry.
Why was Elizabeth’s legitimacy as queen questioned?
Many believed her parents’ marriage (Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn) was illegitimate.
What caused the Revolt of the Northern Earls?
Desire to restore Catholicism, loss of noble power, support for Mary, Queen of Scots.
Name two key leaders of the Northern Earls Revolt.
Earls of Northumberland and Westmorland.
What happened during the Northern Earls Revolt?
Earls captured Durham, held Catholic mass, marched south but were defeated.
What was the outcome of the Northern Earls Revolt?
Rebellion crushed, many executed, stricter control over Catholics.
What was significant about Drake’s circumnavigation of the globe?
First Englishman to circumnavigate; weakened Spain, boosted English pride and wealth.
When did Drake complete his circumnavigation?
1580
Name one reason why Drake’s circumnavigation angered Spain.
He raided Spanish settlements and ships during the voyage.
What were the Ridolfi, Throckmorton, and Babington plots about?
Plots to overthrow Elizabeth and replace her with Mary, Queen of Scots.
What happened to Mary, Queen of Scots after the Babington Plot?
She was executed
Why was Elizabethan education mainly for the wealthy?
Schools cost money; focus was on Latin, classics, and preparing for government/church roles.
What were boys taught in Elizabethan grammar schools?
Latin, Greek, religion, classics, some basic maths.
How were girls usually educated in Elizabethan England?
At home; focused on domestic skills like sewing and household management.
