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The Spanish Armada and Elizabeth I

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Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
7 questions
~14 mins
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A reading comprehension worksheet focusing on Elizabeth I's response to the threat posed by the Spanish Armada.

Topics covered:

#History
#History
#Elizabeth I
#Standard
#Reading Comprehension
#Spanish Armada
#Explain the reasons for the Spanish Armada
#Compare Elizabeth I's strategies with those of Spain
#Analyze the impact of the Armada on England

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The Spanish Armada and Elizabeth I

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Grade Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
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Introduction to the Spanish Armada

Source A: Queen Elizabeth I's Speech to Her Troops

'I know I have the body of a weak, feeble woman; but I have the heart and stomach of a king, and of a king of England too.' Provenance: Speech delivered by Elizabeth I to her troops in 1588.

1.
Explain why Queen Elizabeth I gave this speech to her troops. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
2.
Compare Elizabeth's attitude towards the Spanish Armada with Spain's reasons for attacking England. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
B

The Course of the Armada

Source B: Account of the Spanish Armada's Journey

'The Spanish ships faced storms in the English Channel, which damaged many vessels before reaching the coast of England.' Provenance: Contemporary report from Spanish sailors, 1588.

1.
Outline the main difficulties faced by the Spanish Armada during its journey. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
2.
Analyze how the weather affected the outcome of the Spanish Armada's campaign. (6 marks)
[6 marks]
C

The Aftermath and Significance

Source C: Elizabeth I's Reaction to the Victory

'I am glad that the victory is ours, and I pray God that we may continue to defend our realm from all enemies.' Provenance: Elizabeth I's royal proclamation, 1588.

1.
Explain the significance of Elizabeth I's reaction to the defeat of the Spanish Armada. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
2.
Compare the impact of the Armada's defeat on England and Spain. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
3.
Analyse the long-term effects of the Spanish Armada's defeat on England's position in Europe. (6 marks)
[6 marks]

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