Factions in the 1590s (Edexcel A-Level History): Quizzes
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Which of Elizabeth's advisers died in 1590?
Which of Elizabeth's advisers died in 1590?
Francis Walsingham
What affectionate nickname did Elizabeth give Robert Cecil?
What affectionate nickname did Elizabeth give Robert Cecil?
Her little elf
Why did Elizabeth refuse to name a successor?
Why did Elizabeth refuse to name a successor?
She feared plots against her
What was Essex's reputation based on?
What was Essex's reputation based on?
Military prowess
Which position did William Cecil NOT hold?
Which position did William Cecil NOT hold?
Lord High Admiral
When was Robert Cecil finally appointed secretary?
When was Robert Cecil finally appointed secretary?
1596
What plot did Essex's spy network discover in 1593?
What plot did Essex's spy network discover in 1593?
Lopez murder plot
What happened while Essex was away on the 1596 Cadiz expedition?
What happened while Essex was away on the 1596 Cadiz expedition?
Cecils tightened their grip
Who was promoted to Earl of Nottingham in 1597, angering Essex?
Who was promoted to Earl of Nottingham in 1597, angering Essex?
Charles Lord Howard
From when did factional positions begin to polarize significantly?
From when did factional positions begin to polarize significantly?
1595