Vocabulary & Concepts: The Spanish Armada and Elizabeth I

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Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
8 questions
~16 mins
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This worksheet helps students understand key vocabulary and concepts related to Elizabeth I's encounter with the Spanish Armada, developing their ability to explain, compare, and analyze historical ideas.

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Vocabulary & Concepts: The Spanish Armada and Elizabeth I

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Grade Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
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Vocabulary and Key Concepts

Source A: A contemporary account of the Armada

'The great fleet of Spain sought to invade England, but Elizabeth’s forces, with their swift ships and fiery courage, thwarted the invasion.' Provenance: An English pamphlet published shortly after the Armada in 1588.

1.
Define the term 'Armada'.
[2 marks]
2.
Explain the significance of the Spanish Armada for Elizabeth I's reign.
[3 marks]
3.
Compare the perspectives of the source and a Spanish view on the Armada's defeat.
[6 marks]
4.
Outline the key factors that contributed to England's victory over the Spanish Armada.
[4 marks]
5.
Write a brief explanation of why the Spanish Armada was considered a turning point in English history.
[3 marks]
6.
Analyse how the defeat of the Spanish Armada affected Elizabeth I's reputation both domestically and internationally.
[6 marks]
7.
Outline the reasons why Spain wanted to invade England in 1588.
[3 marks]
8.
Compare the military strategies used by the English and Spanish during the Armada conflict.
[6 marks]

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Created
1/1/2026
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1/1/2026
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