Golden Age and English Renaissance (OCR A-Level History A): Quizzes
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In which century did the pan-European Renaissance begin in Italy?
In which century did the pan-European Renaissance begin in Italy?
Fourteenth century
Which art forms dominated the English Renaissance, unlike the Italian Renaissance?
Which art forms dominated the English Renaissance, unlike the Italian Renaissance?
Literature and music
What was Roger Ascham's role in relation to Elizabeth?
What was Roger Ascham's role in relation to Elizabeth?
Her tutor in Greek and Latin
When was 'Euphues: The Anatomy of Wit' by John Lily published?
When was 'Euphues: The Anatomy of Wit' by John Lily published?
1578
Which poets introduced the sonnet to England?
Which poets introduced the sonnet to England?
Henry Howard and Thomas Wyatt
What annual pension did the Queen grant Edmund Spenser for 'The Faerie Queene'?
What annual pension did the Queen grant Edmund Spenser for 'The Faerie Queene'?
£50 a year
How many plays did William Shakespeare write in his career?
How many plays did William Shakespeare write in his career?
37 plays
How did Shakespeare depict Richard III in his plays?
How did Shakespeare depict Richard III in his plays?
As an evil murderer
Which work was written by Christopher Marlowe?
Which work was written by Christopher Marlowe?
Doctor Faustus
How many theatres existed in England before Elizabeth's accession?
How many theatres existed in England before Elizabeth's accession?
None
Who produced the finest portrait miniatures of the time?
Who produced the finest portrait miniatures of the time?
Nicholas Hilliard and Isaac Oliver
How many voices did a madrigal typically consist of?
How many voices did a madrigal typically consist of?
Two to eight voices
What was the purpose of prodigy houses?
What was the purpose of prodigy houses?
To attract the Queen's visit