Elizabethan England: Power and Control
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What was the primary role of the Privy Council in Elizabethan England?

  • To advise the Queen and shape policy (correct)
  • To manage military campaigns
  • To govern the local towns
  • To organize public events

    • The Privy Council had no involvement in intelligence gathering for the Queen.

    False

    Who was one of the most powerful members of the Privy Council?

    Secretary of State

    Parliament's primary power was to approve __________.

    <p>taxes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following individuals or groups with their respective roles or characteristics:

    <p>Privy Council = Queen's trusted advisors on government matters Parliament = Had the power to approve taxes Peter Wentworth = Advocate for free speech in Parliament Local officials = Enforced laws across the countryside</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How often did Parliament meet during Elizabeth's reign?

    <p>Only 13 times</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Elizabeth was open to questioning from Parliament on any topic.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Peter Wentworth advocate for?

    <p>Debate on any topic in Parliament</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was considered to be at the top of the Great Chain of Being in Elizabethan England?

    <p>God</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Social mobility was common in Tudor England, allowing individuals to easily rise in rank regardless of their birth.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Name one group that advised Queen Elizabeth I and helped her manage power.

    <p>The Privy Council</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The __________ was the belief system that defined the social hierarchy in Elizabethan England.

    <p>Great Chain of Being</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following roles with their significance in Elizabethan England:

    <p>Queen Elizabeth I = Chosen by God to rule Nobles = Provided land and loyalty to the monarch Commoners = Lowest social class with limited rights Privy Council = Advisors to the Queen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the strict social hierarchy in Tudor England justify?

    <p>Queen Elizabeth's authority</p> Signup and view all the answers

    William Shakespeare was born into wealth and held a high position in the social hierarchy.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Describe the role of the Privy Council in Elizabethan leadership.

    <p>They were the trusted advisors to the Queen and influenced decisions on important matters.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the Puritans want to achieve regarding the Church of England?

    <p>They wanted to purify the Church and eliminate Catholic elements.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Elizabeth I faced significant challenges due to the Puritan movement.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one method Elizabeth I used to handle the challenges posed by the Puritans?

    <p>She tried to find a compromise and introduced small reforms.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Elizabeth I was the head of both the ______ and the state.

    <p>church</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following terms to their correct descriptions.

    <p>Puritans = Protestants wanting to purify the Church of England Spanish Armada = Failed invasion by Spain against England Great Chain of Being = Societal hierarchy reflecting the order of the universe Elizabeth I = Queen who faced challenges from both Puritans and Spain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Elizabeth's leadership style characterized by?

    <p>Balancing the needs of various groups and compromise</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Puritans supported the status quo of the Church of England.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why was King Philip II of Spain trying to invade England?

    <p>It was a religious and political conflict.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Elizabethan England: Power and Control

    • Elizabethan England saw a strict social hierarchy, determined at birth
    • A "Great Chain of Being" dictated social standing and limited social mobility.
    • Power was centralized with the Monarch (Queen Elizabeth I)
    • The Privy Council (Elizabeth's trusted advisors) wielded considerable influence
    • The Privy Council managed day-to-day governance, and shaped policy.
    • The Privy Council was like Elizabeth's cabinet
    • They were a small group but had significant power

    Maintaining Control

    • Elizabeth maintained control in the countryside through local officials
    • Local government structures (Lord Lieutenants and Justices of the Peace) ensured policies were carried out
    • These officials maintained order and controlled local policies.
    • Local judges kept the people in line through the legal system
    • Elizabeth used various methods to keep the nobles in check, including careful advisor selection.

    Divide and Rule

    • Elizabeth's strategy of divide and rule involved surrounding herself with advisors who had differing views.
    • This prevented any single group from becoming too powerful and challenging her authority
    • This ensured everyone relied on her to settle disputes maintaining authority
    • This made her advisors reliant on her

    Power Demonstrations

    • Elizabeth used elaborate events/processions called Summer Progresses
    • These displays made her appearance powerful and connected with the people.
    • This is like PR for today

    Challenges and Conflicts

    • The Puritans challenged the Church and political practices
    • The Spanish Armada was an attempted invasion of England by King Philip II
    • This was a religious and political battle due to religious differences and a power struggle.
    • This political challenge was resolved by the English navy
    • England defeated Spain demonstrating England's strength

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    Explore the intricate power dynamics and social hierarchy of Elizabethan England. This quiz covers Queen Elizabeth I's centralization of authority, the role of the Privy Council, and local governance methods used to maintain control. Test your knowledge of this fascinating period in history.

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