The reign of Queen Elizabeth Flashcards
who was Elizabeth’s father
Henry VIII
who was elizabeths mother
Anne Boleyn
when did Elizabeth become queen
age 25
1558-1603
Elizabethan government
she was completely in charge. had privy council to guide her. she controlled discussions in parliament
Elizabethen religion
England was a catholic country for 1000 years until Henry VIII. in 20 years Englands religion changed 3 times. when Elizabeth reigned she made England protestant but kept some catholic traditions
When and what was the babington plot
1586 Catholic plot lead by Mary queen of Scots
economy and society
Elizabeth controls the wealth of England. poor law were introduced to support the poor and unemployed (due to growing poverty). theatre became popular
law and order
catholic plotters wanted MQOS to replace/overthrow Elizabeth
foreign affairs
challenges from France and Spain as they were catholic, richer and more powerful.
why was France a threat
they have links to MQOS but were stopped due to the civil war
how did Elizabeth use the failure of the Spanish Armada
Elizabeth gained international recognition
when was the Spanish Armada
1588
