Elizabethan Era Poverty Quiz

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What was a significant problem during Elizabeth's reign?

Increasing poverty rates (correct)
Declining population rates
A lack of cultural achievements
An abundance of natural resources

How were attitudes towards poverty characterized during the Elizabethan era?

Poverty was seen as a community issue
There was significant support for the poor
It was believed that poverty was primarily an individual failing (correct)
Poverty was linked to divine punishment

What societal structure did Elizabethan society lack that is common in modern times?

Religious institutions
A welfare system (correct)
Wealth disparity
A monarchy

What was a common belief regarding social positions during the Elizabethan era?

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How did the lifestyle of ordinary people during Elizabeth's reign typically differ from that of the wealthy?

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Elizabethan Era

A period in English history marked by Queen Elizabeth I's reign, often associated with cultural prosperity and exploration, but characterized by extreme wealth inequality and a growing number of poor people.

Divinely Appointed Position

The belief that one's social position is predetermined by God, influencing Elizabethan society's attitudes towards poverty.

Poverty in Elizabethan England

A major social issue in Elizabethan England, with no state-supported social welfare or safety net for those facing hardship.

Individual Blame for Poverty

The perception that poverty was primarily a result of individual failings or a lack of work ethic, rather than societal factors.

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Causes of Poverty in Elizabethan England

A combination of population growth and economic hardships contributed to a rise in the number of impoverished people during the Elizabethan era.

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Study Notes

Elizabethan Era Poverty

Elizabethan England, while known for cultural and explorational achievements, was marked by significant social disparity.
A growing population and poverty were major issues of the era.
The rich enjoyed luxury, but the lives of ordinary people were often difficult.
Poverty rates increased during Elizabeth's reign.
Unlike today, there was no welfare system to support the poor.
The dominant Elizabethan attitude was that poverty was often the individual's fault, reinforced by religious teachings about societal roles.