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The triumph of Elizabeth, 1563–1603 (A-level only)
England: turmoil and triumph, 1547–1603 (A-level only): The triumph of Elizabeth, 1563–1603 (A-level only)
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AqaA LevelHistory1C The Tudors: England, 1485–1603
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The triumph of Elizabeth, 1563–1603 (A-level only)6 objectives
- Elizabethan government: court, ministers and parliament; factional rivalries.
- Foreign affairs: issues of succession; Mary, Queen of Scots; relations with Spain.
- Society: continuity and change; problems in the regions; social discontent and rebellions.
- Economic development: trade, exploration and colonisation; prosperity and depression.
- Religious developments, change and continuity; the English renaissance and ‘the Golden Age’ of art, literature and music.
- The last years of Elizabeth: the state of England politically, economically, religiously and socially by 1603.
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PatronageFactionalismSuccession CrisisProtestant ReformationEnclosureNorthern RebellionMercantilismJoint-stock companyHumanismGolden AgeSpanish ArmadaAct of Supremacy
Exam tips
- Use specific examples in your answers: When discussing Elizabethan government, include specific ministers, events, or policies to support your arguments.
- Use specific examples in your answers: When discussing Elizabeth's foreign policy, always reference specific events like the Spanish Armada or the support for the Dutch Revolt.
Common mistakes
- Overgeneralizing factional rivalries: Always mention specific factions and their leaders to provide a clearer understanding of the political dynamics.
- Overgeneralizing Elizabeth's foreign policy: Focus on the nuanced approach Elizabeth took, balancing Protestant support with the need to avoid direct conflict.
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