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Which factor contributed to Elizabeth's smoother accession compared to her siblings?
Which factor contributed to Elizabeth's smoother accession compared to her siblings?
- Elizabeth had overwhelming support from foreign nations.
- Elizabeth was welcomed by the Catholic Church.
- Henry VIII excluded Elizabeth from the line of succession.
- Mary recognized Elizabeth as her successor. (correct)
What political action was taken by Nicholas Heath regarding Elizabeth's accession?
What political action was taken by Nicholas Heath regarding Elizabeth's accession?
- He called for a public vote on the succession.
- He proclaimed Elizabeth's succession to Parliament. (correct)
- He opposed Elizabeth's claim to the throne.
- He dissolved Parliament upon Mary's death.
Who was appointed as Elizabeth's principal secretary, establishing a long-term political partnership?
Who was appointed as Elizabeth's principal secretary, establishing a long-term political partnership?
- Sir William Cecil (correct)
- Nicholas Heath
- Philip of Spain
- Maria Tudor
What was one of Elizabeth's strategies to reinforce her legitimacy as monarch?
What was one of Elizabeth's strategies to reinforce her legitimacy as monarch?
What did Elizabeth do to maintain the allegiance of Mary’s councillors?
What did Elizabeth do to maintain the allegiance of Mary’s councillors?
Why did Elizabeth's legitimacy not become an issue during her accession?
Why did Elizabeth's legitimacy not become an issue during her accession?
What was significant about Philip of Spain's actions in relation to Elizabeth's reign?
What was significant about Philip of Spain's actions in relation to Elizabeth's reign?
How did Elizabeth engage with her new subjects following her accession?
How did Elizabeth engage with her new subjects following her accession?
What was a significant consequence of the influenza epidemic in England?
What was a significant consequence of the influenza epidemic in England?
What was a major reason for the speculation about Elizabeth's choice of husband?
What was a major reason for the speculation about Elizabeth's choice of husband?
What approach did Elizabeth consider for England's Church?
What approach did Elizabeth consider for England's Church?
Why did Elizabeth want to distance herself from Mary’s legacy?
Why did Elizabeth want to distance herself from Mary’s legacy?
How did Elizabeth perceive her legitimacy as a ruler?
How did Elizabeth perceive her legitimacy as a ruler?
What concern was linked with Elizabeth's religious choices?
What concern was linked with Elizabeth's religious choices?
What was one potential advantage of Elizabeth signaling a break from recent religious policies?
What was one potential advantage of Elizabeth signaling a break from recent religious policies?
Which event did England face that exacerbated its food scarcity and high prices?
Which event did England face that exacerbated its food scarcity and high prices?
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Study Notes
Elizabeth’s Accession to the Throne
- Elizabeth’s path to the throne was smoother than her siblings, despite facing challenges due to her association with Wyatt’s rebellion.
- Mary's councillors supported Elizabeth’s succession, recognizing her as the lawful heir, despite their differing religious views and the threat to their political careers.
- The claim of Elizabeth’s illegitimacy due to her parents’ marriage timing was not a significant issue.
- Elizabeth’s coronation occurred quickly, securing her legitimacy and squashing potential challenges, based on astrological advice.
Challenges Inherited by Elizabeth
- England faced issues like bad harvests, an influenza epidemic, and the loss of Calais to France.
- Elizabeth’s single status and her position as the last Tudor sparked debates about her abilities, future husband, and the line of succession.
England’s Religious Crisis
- The Church in England remained under the Roman Catholic Church despite Mary’s attempts to restore Catholicism.
- Elizabeth sought to create a unique "Anglo-Catholic" Church, similar to Henry VIII's vision, with the English monarch as its head, rather than the Pope.
- Elizabeth’s religious choices were influenced by her desire to break from Mary’s legacy and establish her own order.
- Elizabeth’s religious beliefs were deeply rooted in Protestantism, as evidenced by her personal practices and views.
- Elizabeth recognized the political risks associated with religious changes, including potential rebellion and foreign relations complications.
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