why did Elizabeth's religious policy change?

Question 1

the threat from abroad:

Answer 1

Spain and France were powerful Catholic countries- invasion was a real concern
Spanish Armada of 1588 showed that her fear was justified threat declined towards the end of her reign- due to the Armada’s defeat

Question 2

Jesuit missionaries:

Answer 2

popularity of people like Campion undermined Elizabeth’s authority- she could not allow them to spread her message

Question 3

powerful Catholics:

Answer 3

several powerful Catholic families lived in the North
they mainly were loyal but there was concern that they may obey the Pope and rebel

Question 4

Ridolfi, Throckmorton and Babington:

Answer 4

showed she had enemies who wanted to overthrow her and restore the Catholic Church