History - Elizabethian Flashcards
First key feature of Theatres in Elizabethian times?
One key features on theatres in Elizabethian times was that they were very popular with all classes in society. Many new theatres had to be made to keep up with the increasing demand to see shows, especially in London. One of the most famous theatres was Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre.
How did the Damage to the ship Tiger, lead to the failure of Colonising Virginia?
Out of 5 ships, the ship called tiger was damaged on the way to Virginia, causing food shortages. This is because seawater got into the boat ruining food and planting seeds on board. In addition to this, the colonists had left too late to get to Virginia to be able to plant their seeds.
How did Food Shortage lead to the failure of Colonising Virginia?
This lead to failure as the colonists were not able to provide for themselves in terms of food, forcing the first expedition to abandon the Colony in 1586. The second ‘lost’ colony also struggled to feed itself, making the colonists dependent on Native Indian Tribes.
How did Native Tribal attacks lead to the failure of Colonising Virginia?
The tribe leader, Wingina, became angry at the constant demands of food from the British settlements. He led an attack against the colonists and was supported by other tribe chiefs.
How did Wingina’s attack on the colonists lead to the failure of Colonising Virginia?
Although Wingina’s attack was beaten off by the first expedition, it lead to a crisis in the Colony, forcing them to abandon the Colony of Roanoke.
It is possible the second expedition was wiped out by an Indian attack led by Chief Powhatan. Alternatively, an attack may have resulted in settlers becoming slaves or joining the local Indian Tribes.
How did war with Spain lead to the failure of Colonising Virginia?
From 1585, England was at war with Spain.
How was being at war with Spain an. issue?
The threat of the use of the Spanish Armada (Spain’s strongest fleet of ships) meant that few English ships were able to visit or resupply the colonists. This mean the colonists were increasingly more isolated and vulnerable to attacks.
What year was the Northern Earl Revolt?
1569
What year was the Ridolfi plot?
1571
What were the consequences of the Northern Earl Revolt?
Papal bull - excommunicating Elizabeth from the Catholic Church
Pope said to oppose Elizabeth and try go against her
Treason Laws and treatment to Catholics harshened due to this being the first serious Catholic Rebellious act.
What were the consequences of the ridolfi plot?
Proved to Elizabeth that Spain was a major threat as Alba agreed to get Spain and the Netherlands involved. People were getting increasingly worried what would happen to Elizabeth.
A new act passed saying anyone is a traitor if they do not believe Elizabeth to be their true Queen - this lead to thousands of Protestants being killed in Paris.
Elizabeth desperately wanted to build relations with France to have an ally against Spain.
