Tudors Flashcards
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Who were the Tudors?
The Tudors were a royal family reigning in Britain between 1485 and 1603.
List the Tudor monarchs in order.
Henry VII (1485-1509), Henry VIII (1509-1547), Edward VI (1547-1553), Mary I (1553-1558), Elizabeth I (1558-1603).
What characterized life in Tudor Britain?
The Tudor period saw many changes, including exploration, religious conflicts, and a largely agrarian society.
What was the role of the church in Tudor society?
The church was a center for communities, and most people were very religious and attended regularly.
What were the living conditions like for people in Tudor Britain?
Life was harsh, many died before 35, and most lived in small villages working as farmers.
How did parish constables maintain order in Tudor times?
There was no police force; parish constables were employed in some towns to keep the peace.
What were common punishments in Tudor times?
Whipping, branding, stocks, and public executions for serious crimes such as treason.
What was the significance of the theatre during the Tudor period?
Theatre flourished, especially during Elizabeth’s reign, and was popular across social classes.
Who opposed the theatre in Tudor times?
The Puritans and authorities opposed it, believing it spread immoral ideas.
What were the educational opportunities in Tudor England?
Education was mainly for boys from wealthy families; girls were often educated at home.
What was the British Empire?
A group of countries ruled by Britain, expanding through colonies established in the 16th century.
What was the triangular trade?
A trade system where manufactured goods were exchanged for slaves, who were then sold in America.
What led to the abolition of the slave trade?
Campaigns by abolitionists like Olaudah Equiano and economic changes made slavery less profitable.
What alliances existed before World War I?
The Triple Alliance and the Triple Entente
What was the Anglo-German naval race?
A competition between Britain and Germany to build powerful navies, causing tension and rivalry.
What event triggered World War I?
The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand by Gavrilo Princip on June 28, 1914.
What were the conditions like in the trenches during World War I?
Monotonous and crowded, with issues like poor hygiene, limited food variety, and shell shock.
Who were in the triple alliance
Who were the main countries in the Triple Alliance?
Germany, Austria-Hungary, and Italy.
True or False: The Triple Entente consisted of Germany, Austria-Hungary, and Italy.
False.
Fill in the blank: The Triple Entente included France, _____, and Russia.
Britain.
Which alliance was formed first, the Triple Alliance or the Triple Entente?
The Triple Alliance.
List the countries in the Triple Entente.
France, Britain, and Russia.
