Closing Years of Elizabeth’s Reign (AQA A-Level History): Quizzes
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How did Elizabeth's temperament change as she aged?
How did Elizabeth's temperament change as she aged?
More obstinate and embittered
Which years saw four consecutive harvest failures in the 1590s?
Which years saw four consecutive harvest failures in the 1590s?
1594-1597
By how much did prices increase over the 1590s decade?
By how much did prices increase over the 1590s decade?
By more than one-third
How were the Poor Laws of 1598 and 1601 funded?
How were the Poor Laws of 1598 and 1601 funded?
Through parish-based local taxation
What was the Pale in Ireland?
What was the Pale in Ireland?
England's foothold centered on Dublin
What title did Hugh O'Neill hold?
What title did Hugh O'Neill hold?
Earl of Tyrone
What happened at the Battle of Yellow Ford in August 1598?
What happened at the Battle of Yellow Ford in August 1598?
Tyrone's army easily defeated English
In which year did the Earl of Essex rebel?
In which year did the Earl of Essex rebel?
1601
What happened to the Earl of Essex after his rebellion failed?
What happened to the Earl of Essex after his rebellion failed?
He was executed for treason
On what date did Elizabeth die?
On what date did Elizabeth die?
24 March 1603