Elizabethan Government

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Delilah

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  • How old was Elizabeth I when she became Queen?
    25 years old
  • What was notable about Elizabeth I's coronation?
    It lasted three days and no expense was spared
  • Why was Elizabeth I popular at the start of her reign?
    Because her sister, Mary I, had angered people with her burnings of Protestants
  • How did Elizabeth I increase her popularity during her reign?
    Through her Royal Progresses every summer
  • What was the composition of Elizabeth I's court?
    It was made up of her key advisors, friends, and servants
  • Who were Elizabeth I's most trusted advisors?
    William Cecil and Robert Dudley
  • What was the structure of local government in England during Elizabeth I's reign?
    It consisted of a Lord Lieutenant, Justice of the Peace, Sheriff, Overseer of the Poor, and Parish Constable
  • What was the main function of Parliament during Elizabeth I's reign?
    To pass laws and grant the Queen money when needed
  • Did Parliament have freedom of speech during Elizabeth I's reign?
    No, Elizabeth decided the topics they could debate
  • What did Elizabeth I do when she needed extra money?
    She asked Parliament to raise taxes
  • How did Elizabeth I's popularity affect her reign?
    It helped ensure loyalty and obedience
  • How did Elizabeth I handle difficult nobles?
    She was skillful in managing them
  • What was Elizabeth I's control over Parliament like?
    She maintained a firm control until the end of her reign
  • What were the most popular types of entertainment in Elizabethan times?
    • Theatres
    • Plays
    • Music performances
    • Festivals
  • How old was Elizabeth I when she became Queen?
    25 years old
  • What was notable about Elizabeth I's coronation?
    It lasted three days and no expense was spared
  • Why was Elizabeth I popular at the start of her reign?
    Because her sister, Mary I, had angered people with her burnings of Protestants
  • How did Elizabeth I increase her popularity during her reign?
    Through her Royal Progresses every summer
  • Who made up Elizabeth I's court?
    Her key advisors, friends, and servants
  • What was the Privy Council?
    Elizabeth's most trusted advisors
  • Who were Elizabeth I's favorite advisors?
    William Cecil and Robert Dudley
  • What was the structure of local government in England during Elizabeth I's reign?
    It consisted of a Lord Lieutenant, Justice of the Peace, Sheriff, Overseer of the Poor, and Parish Constable
  • What was the main function of Parliament during Elizabeth I's reign?
    To pass laws and grant the Queen money when needed
  • Did Parliament have freedom of speech during Elizabeth I's reign?
    No, Elizabeth decided the topics they could debate
  • What did Elizabeth I do when she needed extra money?
    She asked Parliament to raise taxes
  • How did Elizabeth I's popularity affect her reign?
    It helped ensure loyalty and obedience
  • How did Elizabeth I handle difficult nobles?
    She was skillful in managing them
  • What was Elizabeth I's relationship with Parliament like throughout her reign?
    She maintained firm control until the end of her reign
  • What were the most popular types of entertainment in Elizabethan times?

    • Theatrical performances
    • Jousting and tournaments
    • Music and dancing
    • Public festivals and fairs