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What was one of the main reasons the Spanish Armada was sent?
What was one of the main reasons the Spanish Armada was sent?
Elizabeth I accepted Phillip II's marriage proposal.
Elizabeth I accepted Phillip II's marriage proposal.
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Name one reason why the Spanish Armada failed.
Name one reason why the Spanish Armada failed.
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The Spanish Armada was sent in the year _____ with the mission to overthrow Elizabeth I.
The Spanish Armada was sent in the year _____ with the mission to overthrow Elizabeth I.
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Which factor was NOT a reason for sending the Spanish Armada?
Which factor was NOT a reason for sending the Spanish Armada?
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Match the following reasons for the Spanish Armada to their descriptions:
Match the following reasons for the Spanish Armada to their descriptions:
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Mary Queen of Scots was considered a legitimate heir to the English throne by Catholics.
Mary Queen of Scots was considered a legitimate heir to the English throne by Catholics.
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What was one of the reasons cited for the failure due to miscommunication?
What was one of the reasons cited for the failure due to miscommunication?
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What was one significant reason Phillip decided to attack England?
What was one significant reason Phillip decided to attack England?
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The Spanish Armada successfully defeated the English at the Battle of Gravelines.
The Spanish Armada successfully defeated the English at the Battle of Gravelines.
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What impact did the weather have on the Armada's journey?
What impact did the weather have on the Armada's journey?
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The Spanish Armada set sail in April _____ and faced several challenges during the journey.
The Spanish Armada set sail in April _____ and faced several challenges during the journey.
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Match the following reasons for the failure of the Spanish Armada with their descriptions:
Match the following reasons for the failure of the Spanish Armada with their descriptions:
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How did England's support of Dutch Protestants influence Phillip's decision to attack?
How did England's support of Dutch Protestants influence Phillip's decision to attack?
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Medina Sidonia was a highly experienced admiral before leading the Armada.
Medina Sidonia was a highly experienced admiral before leading the Armada.
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What was one primary reason for Philip's religious motivation to send the Armada?
What was one primary reason for Philip's religious motivation to send the Armada?
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The Spanish Armada was blocked from returning to Spain through the _____ Channel after their defeat.
The Spanish Armada was blocked from returning to Spain through the _____ Channel after their defeat.
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Which event is considered a direct cause leading to the Spanish Armada's failure?
Which event is considered a direct cause leading to the Spanish Armada's failure?
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Study Notes
The Spanish Armada
- Purpose: To invade Protestant England, overthrow Queen Elizabeth I, and restore Catholicism.
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Motivations:
- Religion: Spain remained Catholic, while England became Protestant. Philip II sought to return England to the Catholic faith.
- Rejection: Elizabeth I rejected Philip II's marriage proposal.
- Privateering: England's privateers attacked Spanish ships, and Spain complained but received no satisfaction from Elizabeth.
- Mary, Queen of Scots: Mary, Queen of Scots, a Catholic claimant to the English throne, left her claim to Philip II. Elizabeth's execution of Mary further fueled Philip's anger.
- Netherlands: England supported the Dutch Protestants fighting Spanish rule, solidifying the conflict for Philip.
- Colonies: The rivalry between Spanish and English Empires for colonial resources heightened tension.
Reasons for Failure
- Admiral: Philip appointed the inexperienced Duke of Medina-Sidonia, who was prone to seasickness.
- Weather: Storms damaged the Armada, delaying its journey.
- Anchors: English fire ships forced the Spanish to cut their anchors in the English Channel, disrupting their position.
- Miscommunication: Poor communication with forces in the Netherlands led to delays and confusion.
- Battle of Gravelines: The English decisively defeated the Spanish at the battle of Gravelines. The English naval superiority and position in the English Channel blocked the armada's return to Spain.
Author's Views (Michelle Alade)
- Most Important Reason for Sending Armada: Religion was deemed the most important motivator because of Philip's strong religious convictions.
- Most Important Reason for Armada's Failure: The inexperienced Admiral Medina-Sidonia was considered the most significant factor in the Spanish Armada's downfall.
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Description
This quiz explores the motivations behind the Spanish Armada's attempted invasion of England and the subsequent reasons for its failure. Key factors include religious tensions, political rejections, and colonial rivalries. Test your knowledge on this significant event in 16th-century history.
