Years of Decline Flashcards
1
Q
By the 1590’s, what 4 things had left the country seriously damaged?
A
-War
-Plague
-Repeated harvest failures
-Increased poverty.
2
Q
Name 2 examples of personal tragedies to the Queen?
A
-Dudley’s death in 1588
-Walsingham’s death in 1590
3
Q
What did Elizabeth do after Dudley’s death?
A
She locked herself in her room for days, Cecil had to break her door down.
4
Q
What was the worst death to the Queen?
A
Cecil’s in 1598.
5
Q
What happened as a result of the death of the men whom Elizabeth relied heavily upon?
A
She became increasingly angry, depressed and bad-tempered, losing popularity and facing sharp criticism.
6
Q
What was the most serious case of Elizabeth losing grip?
A
Essex’s Rebellion in 1601
