Vocabulary & Concepts: Elizabeth I's Golden Age

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Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
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This worksheet explores key vocabulary and concepts related to Elizabeth I's Golden Age, encouraging students to explain, compare, and analyze important themes and ideas.

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Vocabulary & Concepts: Elizabeth I's Golden Age

Subject: HistoryGrade: Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
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Vocabulary and Key Concepts

Source A: Explanation of Elizabeth I's Golden Age

'The Golden Age of Elizabeth I was marked by peace, prosperity, and cultural flourishing. Her leadership helped establish England as a major world power, and her support for the arts led to a renaissance in literature, music, and theatre.' Provenance: A history textbook summary, published in 2020.

1.
Define the term 'Golden Age' as it applies to Elizabeth I's reign. (2 marks)
[2 marks]
2.
Explain why Elizabeth I's reign is often called a 'Golden Age'. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
3.
Compare the ideas of 'peace' and 'prosperity' during Elizabeth's Golden Age. Why are both important? (6 marks)
[6 marks]
4.
Outline the significance of Elizabeth I's support for the arts during her Golden Age.
[3 marks]
5.
Analyse the impact of Elizabeth I's leadership on England's global influence. (6 marks)
[6 marks]
6.
Explain the role of the navy during Elizabeth I's Golden Age and why it was important.
[3 marks]
7.
Compare the ideas of 'cultural flourishing' and 'economic prosperity' during Elizabeth's reign. How did they support each other?
[6 marks]
8.
Outline the main features of Elizabeth I's Golden Age and their importance for England's history.
[4 marks]

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1/1/2026
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