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What year did Elizabeth come to power?
What year did Elizabeth come to power?
Elizabeth I was married during her reign.
Elizabeth I was married during her reign.
False (B)
Who is the supreme governor of the Church of England?
Who is the supreme governor of the Church of England?
The monarch of the UK
The Church of England is the official __________ state religion.
The Church of England is the official __________ state religion.
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Which issues did Elizabeth inherit when she became queen?
Which issues did Elizabeth inherit when she became queen?
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Match the following siblings to their reign order:
Match the following siblings to their reign order:
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Flashcards
Elizabethan Era
Elizabethan Era
The period of time when Elizabeth I ruled England, from 1558 to 1603.
Church of England (C of E)
Church of England (C of E)
The official state religion of England, which is Protestant and headed by the British monarch.
Privy Council
Privy Council
A group of trusted advisors who help the British monarch to make decisions.
Parliament
Parliament
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Supreme Governor of the Church of England
Supreme Governor of the Church of England
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Reformation
Reformation
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Study Notes
Elizabeth I's Reign: Background
- Elizabeth I ascended to the throne in 1558.
- England faced significant challenges: religious divisions, increasing poverty, and growing foreign threats.
- She inherited problems in religion, the economy, and foreign policy.
- Elizabeth maintained firm control over Parliament and her Privy Council.
- She remained unmarried, prioritizing England's security over personal matters.
- Elizabeth, despite inheriting instability, brought stability to England.
Church in Western Europe Before the Reformation
- The Pope led the Church.
- People were members of the Roman Catholic Church.
Church of England
- The Church of England (C of E) is the official Protestant state religion in England.
- The UK monarch is the supreme governor, and the Archbishop of Canterbury is the senior priest.
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Explore the pivotal era of Elizabeth I's reign, which began in 1558 amidst various challenges such as religious divisions and economic instability. This quiz delves into her strategies for governance and the role of the Church of England in shaping the religious landscape before the Reformation.
