Elizabeth I: The Golden Age - Source Analysis Worksheet

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Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
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Elizabeth I: The Golden Age - Source Analysis Worksheet

Subject: HistoryGrade: Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
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Source Analysis: Elizabeth I's Reign

Source A: Speech by Elizabeth I to her troops

"I know I have the heart and stomach of a king, and of a king of England too... I am confident that I shall never surrender or retreat... I will never surrender to the enemies of my realm. I am resolved to defend my kingdom and uphold the honor of England." Provenance: Elizabeth I, Speech delivered in 1588 to her troops at Tilbury, during the Spanish Armada threat.

1.
What does Source A tell us about Elizabeth I's attitude towards her leadership during the threat of invasion? (3 marks)
[3 marks]
2.
Outline the provenance of Source A and explain how it influences its content. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
3.
How useful is Source A for understanding Elizabeth I's leadership during the Spanish Armada? Explain your answer. (6 marks)
[6 marks]
4.
Compare Source A with a hypothetical source that criticizes Elizabeth I’s leadership. What different perspectives might these sources present? (4 marks)
[4 marks]
5.
Analyse how Elizabeth I’s speech might have affected her troops and the public morale. (5 marks)
[5 marks]
6.
Explain why primary sources like Elizabeth's speeches are important for understanding history. (3 marks)
[3 marks]

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1/1/2026
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