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What was the average life expectancy in 1558?

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Between 28 and 41 years.

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What was expected of people regarding religion in 1558?

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To follow the Christian religion of the monarch.

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What percentage of the population lived in the countryside in 1558?

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90%.

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What were the social boundaries like between rich and poor in Elizabethan society?

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There were clear boundaries with most people being poor.

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What is the term used to describe the clear social structure in Elizabethan society?

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Hierarchy.

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Who was at the top of the hierarchy in Elizabethan England?

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The monarch (the King or Queen).

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What was Elizabeth’s belief regarding her right to rule?

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She believed she had the Divine Right from God to rule.

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Who was Elizabeth’s first Secretary of State?

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Sir William Cecil.

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What was the role of the Privy Council in Elizabethan government?

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To help Elizabeth make decisions and advise her.

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How many members were in the Privy Council?

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19 members.

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What was the purpose of the Justices of the Peace?

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To keep law and order in their area.

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Fill in the blank: The ________ was divided into The House of Commons and The House of Lords.

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Parliament.

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Who were the tenants in Elizabethan society?

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Farmers who rented land from the Yeomen.

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What was expected of women and children in an Elizabethan family?

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To be obedient to the husband and father.

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True or False: Merchants were at the bottom of the social structure in towns.

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False.

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What was the role of the Court in Elizabethan society?

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To act as an important group of advisors to the monarch.

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What were the two main categories of landowners in Elizabethan society?

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Gentry and Yeomen.

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What term describes those without work and the homeless in Elizabethan society?

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Vagrants.

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Who were the gentry in Elizabethan society?

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Landowners, with more land indicating more power.

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What was the role of the Secretary of State?

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To advise the monarch and manage important decisions.

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Fill in the blank: The most important person in Elizabeth’s government was the _________.

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Secretary of State.

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What was the average life expectancy in 1558?

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Between 28 and 41 years.

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What was expected of people regarding religion in 1558?
To follow the Christian religion of the monarch.
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What percentage of the population lived in the countryside in 1558?
90%.
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What were the social boundaries like between rich and poor in Elizabethan society?
There were clear boundaries with most people being poor.
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What is the term used to describe the clear social structure in Elizabethan society?
Hierarchy.
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Who was at the top of the hierarchy in Elizabethan England?
The monarch (the King or Queen).
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What was Elizabeth's belief regarding her right to rule?
She believed she had the Divine Right from God to rule.
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Who was Elizabeth's first Secretary of State?
Sir William Cecil.
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What was the role of the Privy Council in Elizabethan government?
To help Elizabeth make decisions and advise her.
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How many members were in the Privy Council?
19 members.
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What was the purpose of the Justices of the Peace?
To keep law and order in their area.
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Fill in the blank: The ________ was divided into The House of Commons and The House of Lords.
Parliament.
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Who were the tenants in Elizabethan society?
Farmers who rented land from the Yeomen.
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What was expected of women and children in an Elizabethan family?
To be obedient to the husband and father.
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True or False: Merchants were at the bottom of the social structure in towns.
False.
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What was the role of the Court in Elizabethan society?
To act as an important group of advisors to the monarch.
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What were the two main categories of landowners in Elizabethan society?
Gentry and Yeomen.
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What term describes those without work and the homeless in Elizabethan society?
Vagrants.
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Who were the gentry in Elizabethan society?
Landowners, with more land indicating more power.
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What was the role of the Secretary of State?
To advise the monarch and manage important decisions.
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Fill in the blank: The most important person in Elizabeth's government was the _________.
Secretary of State.
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What does being legitimate mean in the context of monarchy?
Being legally able to become a monarch. ## Footnote Legitimacy is crucial for a monarch's acceptance and authority.
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Why did Catholics view Elizabeth as a 'bastard child'?
They did not support her father's divorce from Catherine of Aragon, viewing his marriage to Anne Boleyn as illegal. ## Footnote This perception undermined Elizabeth's claim to the throne.
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What significant religious challenge did Elizabeth face upon becoming Queen?
The anger of Catholics due to her father's establishment of the Protestant Church of England. ## Footnote This anger influenced many to challenge Elizabeth's religious authority.
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What were the expectations regarding Elizabeth's marriage as Queen?
She was expected to marry a man of equal status, such as a prince or king. ## Footnote Elizabeth worried that marriage could threaten her power.
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What financial challenges did Elizabeth inherit when she became Queen?
England was £300,000 in debt and had limited revenue from taxes. ## Footnote This financial strain made it difficult for Elizabeth to assert her authority.
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What societal views posed challenges to Elizabeth's gender as a ruler?
Women were seen as inferior to men and not capable of ruling or leading in battle. ## Footnote This bias affected perceptions of Elizabeth's leadership.
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What pressure did Elizabeth face regarding having children?
She was pressured to produce an heir to ensure the stability of the Tudor monarchy. ## Footnote Without children, Elizabeth was seen as vulnerable to attacks.
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How did Elizabeth's personality both help and hinder her reign?
Her confidence and intelligence helped her, but her indecision frustrated her court. ## Footnote This indecision reinforced stereotypes about women's capabilities.
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What concerns did people have based on Elizabeth's predecessors?
They feared she would be as strict as her half-sister Mary I, who executed Protestants and caused national strife. ## Footnote Historical precedents affected public perception of Elizabeth's potential rule.
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Fill in the blank: Elizabeth faced challenges regarding her legitimacy because her parents were not ______.
legally married. ## Footnote This issue was central to her acceptance as Queen.
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True or False: Elizabeth was eager to marry Philip II of Spain.
False. ## Footnote She rejected the marriage proposal due to concerns about losing power.
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What does being legitimate mean in the context of monarchy?
Being legally allowed to become a monarch.
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Who did Catholics not support regarding Elizabeth's legitimacy?
Her father's divorce from Catherine of Aragon.
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Why was Elizabeth considered a 'bastard child'?
Her parents were not legally married when she was born.
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What religious challenge did Elizabeth face upon becoming queen?
Catholics were angry for her following the Protestant Church.
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Who influenced Catholics to not follow Elizabeth's religious views?
The Pope.
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What was expected of Elizabeth regarding marriage?
That she should marry.
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Who did Elizabeth turn down for marriage?
Philip II of Spain.
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What was Elizabeth's belief about her marital status?
She wanted to be 'married to her country' and stay single.
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What financial situation did Elizabeth inherit when she became queen?
England was £300,000 in debt.
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What was one way Elizabeth could potentially improve her financial situation?
By taxing her people more.
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What gender-related challenge did Elizabeth face as a ruler?
Women were seen as inferior and not strong enough to rule.
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What expectation was placed on Elizabeth regarding children?
That she should have children to secure an heir.
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What past ruler caused concern for Elizabeth's capability to rule?
Her half-sister, Mary I.
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What negative impacts did Mary I have during her reign?
Caused poverty, killed 300 Protestants, and lost a war against France.
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How was Elizabeth's personality described?
Confident and well educated.
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What was a criticism of Elizabeth's decision-making process?
She took too long to make decisions.
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Fill in the blank: The _______ was the leader of the Catholic Church.
Pope
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Fill in the blank: Elizabeth inherited a debt of £_______ when she became Queen.
300,000
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True or False: Elizabeth was pressured to marry and have children by her Privy Council.
True
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Fill in the blank: Elizabeth's father was Henry VIII, and her mother was _______.
Anne Boleyn
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What were Elizabeth's main challenges when she became queen?
* Legitimacy * Religion * Marriage * Economy * Gender * Children * Previous Tudor Women * Her Personality

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