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Elizabeth I and the Spanish Armada: Cause and Consequence

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Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
8 questions
~16 mins
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This worksheet explores the causes leading to the Spanish Armada and the consequences of its defeat for Elizabeth I and England.

Topics covered:

#History
#History
#Elizabeth I
#Standard
#Cause and Consequence
#Spanish Armada
#Explain the main causes that led to the Spanish Armada
#Compare different perspectives on the Armada's significance
#Analyse the consequences of the Armada's defeat for England and Spain

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Elizabeth I and the Spanish Armada: Cause and Consequence

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Grade Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
A

Introduction to the Spanish Armada

Source A: Letter from an English Observer

'The defeat of the Spanish Armada marked a turning point in English history, boosting national confidence and affirming Elizabeth’s leadership.' Provenance: Report written by Sir Francis Walsingham, 1588.

1.
Outline the main reasons why England and Spain went to war in 1588. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
2.
Compare Source A with what you know about Spain's motives for attacking England. How are they similar or different? (4 marks)
[4 marks]
B

Causes of the Spanish Armada

Source B: A Spanish diplomat's report

'The English navy's tactics and their support for Dutch rebels threaten Spain's control over the Netherlands and challenge our religious unity.' Provenance: Report by a Spanish diplomat, 1587.

1.
Explain how Source B supports the idea that England's actions contributed to Spain's decision to send the Armada. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
2.
Analyse the importance of religious conflict in causing the Armada, using both sources and your own knowledge. (6 marks)
[6 marks]
C

The Consequences of the Armada

Source C: A modern historian's view

'The defeat of the Spanish Armada marked the beginning of England's rise as a major naval power and diminished Spain’s dominance in Europe.' Provenance: Modern historical analysis.

1.
Compare the views of the modern historian with Sir Francis Walsingham's report about the impact of the Armada. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
2.
Write an analysis of how the defeat of the Armada affected Spain and England differently. (6 marks)
[6 marks]
D

Summary and Reflection

Reflect on the causes and consequences of the Spanish Armada. Consider how it shaped England's future and the wider European balance of power.

1.
Summarise the main causes that led to the Spanish Armada and its key consequences. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
2.
Analyse how the defeat of the Spanish Armada influenced the future of England and Spain. (6 marks)
[6 marks]

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