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The forging of a new state, 1469–1516

the establishment of a 'New Monarchy', 1469–1556: The forging of a new state, 1469–1516

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AqaA LevelHistory1B Spain in the Age of Discovery, 1469–1598 (A-level only)

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The forging of a new state, 1469–15166 objectives

The political, economic, social and religious condition of the Iberian Peninsula in 1469.
The restoration of royal authority; royal government; unity and confederation; relations with other European powers.
Social issues and policies: the nobility, the peasantry, urban communities and the Church.
Muslims/Moriscos; the Reconquista; Jews/conversos and anti-Semitism.
Economic stagnation and change: trade and exploration in Europe and North Africa; discovery and first settlements in the New World.
The degree of political unity and social and economic change by 1516.

ReconquistaCatholic MonarchsRoyal AuthorityUnityNobilityConversosAnti-SemitismEncomiendaPolitical Unity

Use specific examples in your answers: When discussing the political, economic, or social conditions of Spain, always support your points with specific events or policies.
Use specific examples: When discussing the forging of the Spanish state, always back your arguments with specific events or policies.

Confusing the Reconquista with the Inquisition: Remember that the Reconquista ended in 1492, while the Inquisition was established in 1478 to enforce Catholic orthodoxy after the Reconquista.
Overgeneralizing the role of the Inquisition: Emphasize the Inquisition's function in promoting religious unity and strengthening royal authority.

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