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What was the nickname of Queen Elizabeth?
Who was the father of Queen Elizabeth?
What was the religious affiliation of Queen Mary?
What did Queen Elizabeth establish as the queen of England?
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Which event is considered one of the greatest military victories in the history of England?
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Study Notes
Queen Elizabeth's Identity
- Nicknamed "The Virgin Queen" due to her choice to remain unmarried and her status as a symbol of England's independence and virtue.
Family Background
- Father of Queen Elizabeth was King Henry VIII, a significant figure known for his six marriages and the English Reformation.
Religious Context
- Queen Mary, known as Mary I of England, was a devout Catholic; her reign was marked by efforts to restore Roman Catholicism and her persecution of Protestants.
Achievements of Queen Elizabeth
- Established the Protestant Church of England, solidifying a religious landscape that moved away from Catholicism to a reformed Anglican faith, marked by the Elizabethan Religious Settlement.
Historical Significance
- Defeat of the Spanish Armada in 1588 is regarded as one of England's greatest military victories, showcasing naval power and contributing to England's emergence as a dominant maritime force.
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Description
Test your knowledge on the historical background, major literary features, and writers of the Elizabethan Age in England. Explore the reign of Queen Elizabeth and the literary brilliance of this golden age.
