Elizabethan England & Renaissance History Quiz
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Which monarch laid the foundation for the 17th century Union of the Crowns by marrying Henry VII's daughter?

  • James IV (correct)
  • Elizabeth I
  • James III
  • Henry VIII
  • Which country had been expelled from their last outposts on the continent during Elizabeth's reign?

  • France
  • Scotland (correct)
  • Spain
  • Italy
  • Which two oceans were the Anglo-Spanish War of 1585-1604 fought on?

  • The Pacific and the Indian
  • The Atlantic and the Pacific
  • The Atlantic and the Indian (correct)
  • The Atlantic and the Arctic
  • Which monarch ended the quasi-independent rule of the Lord of the Isles, bringing the Western Isles under effective Royal control for the first time?

    <p>James IV (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which two nations extended the Auld Alliance treaty in 1512, granting nationals of both countries citizenship in each other's countries?

    <p>Scotland and France (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which two universities were founded in Scotland during the 15th century?

    <p>University of St Andrews and University of Glasgow (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which monarch was the last Scottish king known to speak Gaelic?

    <p>James IV (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During which period did the English Renaissance reach its peak?

    <p>The Elizabethan Era (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the major war that occurred on English soil after the end of the Wars of the Roses?

    <p>The English Civil War (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the new institution that was established under the Tudors to centralize and rationalize the English state?

    <p>The Star Chamber (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the major factor that enhanced the power of the sovereign and undermined the power of the feudal nobility during the Tudor period?

    <p>The Protestant Reformation (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who declared himself the head of the new Anglican Church during the Tudor period?

    <p>Henry VIII (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the English Reformation?

    <p>The confiscation of property from the monasteries by Henry VIII (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main reason for the rise of the commercial classes during the Tudor period?

    <p>The rise of trade and commerce (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During which centuries does early modern British history roughly correspond to?

    <p>16th, 17th, and 18th centuries (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which event is NOT considered a major historical event in early modern British history?

    <p>The Industrial Revolution (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term used to refer to a cultural movement in England in the 16th and 17th centuries that was heavily influenced by the Italian Renaissance?

    <p>The English Renaissance (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Edmund Spenser's most famous work?

    <p>The Faerie Queene (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which countries did Britain have numerous wars with during early modern British history?

    <p>France and Spain (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who are some notable authors of drama during the English Renaissance?

    <p>William Shakespeare, Christopher Marlowe, and Ben Jonson (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What have some cultural historians contended about the 'English Renaissance'?

    <p>It had no real tie with the artistic achievements and aims of the northern Italian artists (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was responsible for the victory of the English forces at the Battle of Pinkie?

    <p>Edward Seymour, 1st Duke of Somerset (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the Rough Wooing?

    <p>A military attempt by Henry VIII to force a marriage between Mary, Queen of Scots and his son, Edward (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was James Hamilton, Earl of Arran?

    <p>A regent who governed Scotland after the death of James V (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the significance of the Battle of Flodden Field?

    <p>The King, many of his nobles, and over 10,000 troops were killed (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was Marie de Guise?

    <p>A French noblewoman who married James V (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the fate of Mary, Queen of Scots?

    <p>She was executed on the orders of Elizabeth I (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the outcome of the Battle of Langside?

    <p>Mary, Queen of Scots was defeated and forced to flee to England (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the Protestant Reformation?

    <p>A religious movement that led to the establishment of Protestantism in Scotland (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was Edward Seymour, 1st Duke of Somerset?

    <p>An English regent who led forces to victory at the Battle of Pinkie (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    Union of the Crowns

    The marriage of James IV of Scotland to Margaret Tudor, daughter of Henry VII of England, laid the groundwork for the eventual union of the crowns in the 17th century.

    Expulsion of Spain from Europe

    During Queen Elizabeth I's reign, England successfully drove out Spain from their remaining continental strongholds, marking a significant victory in the ongoing struggle for European dominance.

    Anglo-Spanish War

    The Anglo-Spanish War (1585-1604) was a major conflict that took place across the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, involving naval battles and colonial struggles.

    End of the Lord of the Isles

    James IV of Scotland asserted royal control over the Western Isles by ending the independent rule of the Lord of the Isles, bringing the region under the direct authority of the Scottish crown.

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    Auld Alliance strengthened

    The Auld Alliance treaty between Scotland and France was strengthened in 1512, granting citizens of each country the rights and privileges of citizenship in the other.

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    Universities in 15th century Scotland

    St. Andrews and Glasgow were two prominent universities founded in Scotland during the 15th century, playing a key role in fostering intellectual development and education in the region.

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    Last Gaelic Speaking Scottish King

    James IV of Scotland was the last Scottish king known to speak Gaelic, a language that reflected the cultural and linguistic history of the region.

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    English Renaissance

    The English Renaissance, spanning the late 16th and early 17th centuries, marked a period of significant cultural and artistic flourishing, heavily influenced by the Italian Renaissance.

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    War of the League of Cambrai

    The War of the League of Cambrai, a conflict involving various European powers, was the major war to occur in England after the end of the Wars of the Roses, impacting English politics and diplomacy.

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    Court of Requests

    The Tudors established the Court of Requests, a new institution that served to centralize and streamline the English state administration, enhancing efficiency and control.

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    Rise of Absolute Monarchy

    The Tudors, through their policies of centralization and control, saw the rise of absolute monarchy, significantly enhancing the sovereign's power at the expense of the feudal nobility.

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    Head of the Anglican Church

    King Henry VIII declared himself the head of the newly formed Anglican Church during the Tudor period, severing ties with the Roman Catholic Church and initiating religious reform.

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    English Reformation

    The English Reformation was the process of the Church of England breaking away from the authority of the Pope and the Roman Catholic Church, leading to the establishment of a separate national church.

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    Rise of the Commercial Classes

    The growth of trade and commerce during the Tudor period played a key role in the emergence of a powerful commercial class, contributing to economic and social shifts.

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    Early Modern British History

    The 16th to 18th centuries are generally considered to make up the period known as Early Modern British history.

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    Not a major event in Early Modern British History

    The discovery of the New World, a significant event in global history, is not usually considered a major event within the scope of Early Modern British History.

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    English Renaissance

    The 'English Renaissance' was a cultural movement in England during the 16th and 17th centuries, heavily influenced by the Italian Renaissance.

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    The Faerie Queene

    Edmund Spenser's most famous work, 'The Faerie Queene', is a long epic poem known for its allegorical style and exploration of chivalry and morality.

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    Wars of Early Modern Britain

    During Early Modern British history, Britain engaged in numerous conflicts, including wars with France, Spain, and Scotland, frequently shaping the political and territorial landscape.

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    English Renaissance Playwrights

    William Shakespeare and Christopher Marlowe were notable playwrights of the English Renaissance, making significant contributions to the development of English drama.

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    Italian Renaissance Influence

    Some historians propose that the English Renaissance was a cultural movement heavily influenced by the Italian Renaissance, drawing inspiration from its artistic and intellectual developments.

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    Battle of Pinkie

    The Battle of Pinkie, a decisive English victory in 1547, saw the English forces triumph under the leadership of Edward Seymour, 1st Duke of Somerset, inflicting a significant defeat on the Scots.

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    Rough Wooing

    The 'Rough Wooing' was a series of English military campaigns and diplomatic efforts, orchestrated during the 1540s, aimed at securing a union between England and Scotland.

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    Regent of Scotland

    James Hamilton, Earl of Arran, served as the Regent of Scotland, governing during the minority of Mary, Queen of Scots, exercising authority in the absence of a fully capable monarch.

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    Battle of Flodden Field

    The Battle of Flodden Field, a decisive victory for England, marked the death of James IV of Scotland, significantly altering the course of Scottish history.

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    Marie de Guise

    Marie de Guise, the mother of Mary, Queen of Scots, played a prominent role in Scottish politics, influencing her daughter's upbringing and wielding considerable power during her regency.

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    Fate of Mary, Queen of Scots

    Mary, Queen of Scots, faced a tragic end, being executed by beheading in 1587, a significant event that shaped the political and religious landscape of the time.

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    Battle of Langside

    The Battle of Langside resulted in the defeat of Mary, Queen of Scots, who was forced to flee to England, marking a turning point in her reign and the Scottish political landscape.

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    Protestant Reformation

    The Protestant Reformation, a profound religious movement, aimed to reform the Catholic Church and eventually led to the establishment of Protestantism, creating a new branch of Christianity.

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    Lord Protector of England

    Edward Seymour, 1st Duke of Somerset, assumed the role of Lord Protector of England, governing during the minority of Edward VI, guiding the country during a time of political and religious transition.

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    Study Notes

    The 16th and 17th Centuries in Britain

    • The monarch who laid the foundation for the 17th century Union of the Crowns by marrying Henry VII's daughter was James IV of Scotland.
    • During Elizabeth's reign, England expelled Spain from their last outposts on the continent.
    • The Anglo-Spanish War of 1585-1604 was fought on the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans.
    • James IV of Scotland ended the quasi-independent rule of the Lord of the Isles, bringing the Western Isles under effective Royal control for the first time.
    • In 1512, Scotland and France extended the Auld Alliance treaty, granting nationals of both countries citizenship in each other's countries.
    • Two universities founded in Scotland during the 15th century were St. Andrews and Glasgow.
    • The last Scottish king known to speak Gaelic was James IV.
    • The English Renaissance reached its peak during the late 16th and early 17th centuries.
    • The major war that occurred on English soil after the end of the Wars of the Roses was the War of the League of Cambrai.
    • The Tudors established the Court of Requests, a new institution to centralize and rationalize the English state.
    • The major factor that enhanced the power of the sovereign and undermined the power of the feudal nobility during the Tudor period was the growth of absolute monarchy.
    • Henry VIII declared himself the head of the new Anglican Church during the Tudor period.
    • The English Reformation was the process by which the Church of England broke away from the authority of the Pope and the Roman Catholic Church.
    • The main reason for the rise of the commercial classes during the Tudor period was the growth of trade and commerce.
    • Early modern British history roughly corresponds to the 16th to 18th centuries.
    • The event not considered a major historical event in early modern British history is the discovery of the New World.
    • The term used to refer to a cultural movement in England in the 16th and 17th centuries, heavily influenced by the Italian Renaissance, is the English Renaissance.
    • Edmund Spenser's most famous work is The Faerie Queene.
    • Britain had numerous wars with France, Spain, and Scotland during early modern British history.
    • Notable authors of drama during the English Renaissance include William Shakespeare and Christopher Marlowe.
    • Some cultural historians have contended that the 'English Renaissance' was a cultural movement that was heavily influenced by the Italian Renaissance.
    • The English forces were victorious at the Battle of Pinkie, thanks to the leadership of Edward Seymour, 1st Duke of Somerset.
    • The Rough Wooing was a series of English invasions of Scotland during the 1540s.
    • James Hamilton, Earl of Arran, was the Regent of Scotland for Mary, Queen of Scots.
    • The Battle of Flodden Field was a decisive English victory that led to the death of James IV of Scotland.
    • Marie de Guise was the mother of Mary, Queen of Scots.
    • The fate of Mary, Queen of Scots was execution by beheading in 1587.
    • The outcome of the Battle of Langside was the defeat of Mary, Queen of Scots, and her flight to England.
    • The Protestant Reformation was a movement that sought to reform the Catholic Church and eventually led to the establishment of Protestantism.
    • Edward Seymour, 1st Duke of Somerset, was the Lord Protector of England during the minority of Edward VI.

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