The Significance and Factors of the Spanish Armada

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Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
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~16 mins
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The Significance and Factors of the Spanish Armada

Subject: HistoryGrade: Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
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Understanding the Factors Behind the Spanish Armada's Defeat

Source A: Contemporary account of the Armada's defeat 'The English ships, smaller and faster, took advantage of their superior maneuverability, while the weather played a crucial role in scattering the Spanish fleet.' Provenance: Report written by an English naval officer, 1588.

1.
Categorize the following factors as Political, Social, Economic, or Religious: - England’s naval innovations - Religious tensions between Catholics and Protestants - The financial strain of the war - Elizabeth’s leadership and strategic decisions
[4 marks]
2.
Compare the impact of weather and English naval tactics on the outcome of the Armada. Which was more significant? Justify your answer with evidence.
[6 marks]
3.
Outline why religious tensions were important in the defeat of the Spanish Armada.
[3 marks]
4.
Which factor do you think was the most significant in the defeat of the Spanish Armada? Rank it and explain your choice with evidence.
[6 marks]
5.
Analyse how economic factors influenced England’s ability to prepare for the Armada.
[6 marks]
6.
Compare the significance of political leadership and military strategy in the defeat of the Armada.
[4 marks]
7.
Explain why the defeat of the Spanish Armada was a turning point in English history.
[3 marks]
8.
Summarize the main factors that contributed to England’s victory over the Spanish Armada and rank their importance.
[6 marks]

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1/1/2026
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