Virgin Queen: character and strengths (Edexcel GCSE History): Quizzes
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In what year did Elizabeth I become Queen of England?
In what year did Elizabeth I become Queen of England?
1558
What did the term 'Virgin Queen' refer to?
What did the term 'Virgin Queen' refer to?
Elizabeth's decision to remain unmarried
Which languages could Elizabeth I speak fluently?
Which languages could Elizabeth I speak fluently?
Latin, Greek, French, and Italian
How did Elizabeth use patronage to maintain power?
How did Elizabeth use patronage to maintain power?
Rewarded supporters with lands, jobs, titles
What experience did Elizabeth face during her sister Mary's reign?
What experience did Elizabeth face during her sister Mary's reign?
Accusations of treason & Tower of London
What was Elizabeth's view on marriage for effective rule?
What was Elizabeth's view on marriage for effective rule?
Marriage was unnecessary for effective rule
How did Elizabeth describe her relationship with England in propaganda?
How did Elizabeth describe her relationship with England in propaganda?
She was 'married' to England
What does 'charismatic leadership' mean?
What does 'charismatic leadership' mean?
Using personal appeal to win loyalty
What was the concept of 'divine right'?
What was the concept of 'divine right'?
Belief that God chose monarchs to rule
How long did Elizabeth I reign as queen?
How long did Elizabeth I reign as queen?
45 years
When did the Protestant Reformation begin?
When did the Protestant Reformation begin?
1517
What did royal patronage involve?
What did royal patronage involve?
Granting land, positions, & titles