ෆ international prestige

• What cultural boom occurred during Elizabeth's reign?

  The Elizabethan cultural boom
• How did the Elizabethan cultural boom affect England's status in Europe?

  It made England a respected and influential power
• In which fields did England gain influence during the Elizabethan era?

  Theatre, literature, exploration, and architecture
• Who is a notable playwright from the Elizabethan era?

  William Shakespeare
• What impact did Shakespeare's plays have on England's cultural status?

  They influenced foreign writers and reinforced England's power
• Which poets were admired internationally during the Elizabethan era?

  Edmund Spenser and Sir Philip Sidney
• What role did John Dee play in promoting England's status?

  He promoted England as heir to Rome and Greece
• Who were the composers supported by Elizabeth?

  William Byrd and Thomas Tallis
• How did English madrigals contribute to diplomacy?

  They were adopted by foreign courts
• What was the significance of Elizabeth's musicians performing at European courts?

  It showcased England's artistic achievements
• What architectural style did England adopt during the Elizabethan era?

  Renaissance architecture
• Name two grand houses that reflect Renaissance architecture in England.

  Hardwick Hall and Burghley House
• What did the grand houses symbolize about England during the Elizabethan era?

  They symbolized England's cultural progress
• How did Sir Francis Bacon contribute to England's influence?

  His scientific method influenced future thinkers
• Who was a notable English explorer during the Elizabethan era?

  Sir Walter Raleigh
• What did Sir Walter Raleigh write about?

  Accounts of the New World
• How did England's cultural and intellectual advancements affect its global status?

  They boosted its status and rivaled Spain and France
• What was the overall impact of Elizabeth's reign on England's reputation?

  It helped gain respect and forge alliances