6 Questions
Which dynasty began after the death of Queen Elizabeth I?
Stuart dynasty
What was the role of Queen Elizabeth I in the Church of England?
She was the head of the Church
Who built The Globe Theatre in 1599?
Unknown builders
Which composer was prominent during the Elizabethan Age?
William Byrd
What was the outcome of the Spanish Armada's invasion in 1588?
The English Navy defeated the Spanish Armada
What was the main objective of Sir Walter Raleigh's expeditions to North America?
To colonize the New World
Study Notes
Overview
- The Elizabethan Age was a period in English history during the reign of Queen Elizabeth I (1558-1603)
- Named after Queen Elizabeth I, also known as the "Golden Age" due to its cultural and literary achievements
Politics and Society
- Queen Elizabeth I ruled England, Ireland, and Wales
- The Tudor dynasty ended with Elizabeth's death, marking the beginning of the Stuart dynasty
- The Church of England was established, with Elizabeth as its head
- Social hierarchy:
- Monarchy and nobility
- Gentry (landowners and professionals)
- Merchants and artisans
- Peasants and laborers
Culture and Arts
- Flourishing of English literature:
- William Shakespeare's plays (e.g., Romeo and Juliet, Hamlet)
- Christopher Marlowe's plays (e.g., Doctor Faustus)
- Ben Jonson's plays (e.g., Volpone)
- Development of English theatre:
- The Globe Theatre was built in 1599
- Playwrights and actors became prominent figures
- Music and art:
- Composers like William Byrd and John Dowland
- Artists like Nicholas Hilliard and Isaac Oliver
Economy and Exploration
- England's economy grew due to:
- Expansion of trade and commerce
- Establishment of the East India Company (1600)
- Exploration and colonization:
- Sir Francis Drake's circumnavigation of the globe (1577-1580)
- Sir Walter Raleigh's expeditions to North America (1585-1587)
Conflicts and Wars
- Wars with Spain:
- Spanish Armada's defeat (1588)
- English privateers (e.g., Francis Drake) raided Spanish ships and colonies
- Conflicts with Ireland and Scotland:
- English colonization and military campaigns in Ireland
- Border conflicts with Scotland
Elizabethan Age (1558-1603)
Politics and Society
- Queen Elizabeth I ruled England, Ireland, and Wales from 1558 to 1603
- The Tudor dynasty ended with Elizabeth's death, marking the beginning of the Stuart dynasty
- The Church of England was established, with Elizabeth as its head
- Social hierarchy consisted of:
- Monarchy and nobility
- Gentry (landowners and professionals)
- Merchants and artisans
- Peasants and laborers
Culture and Arts
- English literature flourished during this period
- Notable playwrights included:
- William Shakespeare (Romeo and Juliet, Hamlet)
- Christopher Marlowe (Doctor Faustus)
- Ben Jonson (Volpone)
- English theatre developed with:
- The construction of The Globe Theatre in 1599
- The rise of prominent playwrights and actors
- Music and art saw significant contributions from:
- Composers like William Byrd and John Dowland
- Artists like Nicholas Hilliard and Isaac Oliver
Economy and Exploration
- England's economy grew due to:
- Expansion of trade and commerce
- Establishment of the East India Company in 1600
- Exploration and colonization efforts included:
- Sir Francis Drake's circumnavigation of the globe (1577-1580)
- Sir Walter Raleigh's expeditions to North America (1585-1587)
Conflicts and Wars
- Wars with Spain included:
- Defeat of the Spanish Armada in 1588
- English privateers like Francis Drake raided Spanish ships and colonies
- Conflicts with Ireland and Scotland involved:
- English colonization and military campaigns in Ireland
- Border conflicts with Scotland
Learn about the key political and social aspects of the Elizabethan Age, including Queen Elizabeth I's reign, the Tudor dynasty, and the Church of England.
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