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Leisure in Elizabethan Society

History
GCSE / Year 10 / Grade 8
8 questions
~16 mins
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A reading comprehension worksheet exploring leisure activities in Elizabethan society, designed to develop understanding of social life during this period.

Topics covered:

#Explain the types of leisure activities enjoyed by Elizabethans.
#Compare leisure activities across different social classes.
#History
#Leisure
#Analyse the importance of leisure in Elizabethan society.
#Standard
#Elizabethan Society
#Reading Comprehension

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Leisure in Elizabethan Society

Subject: HistoryGrade: GCSE / Year 10 / Grade 8
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Introduction to Elizabethan Leisure

During the Elizabethan era, leisure played a significant role in social life. People from different classes enjoyed various activities such as hunting, attending plays, dancing, and participating in sports. These activities provided entertainment, social bonding, and a way to display wealth and status.

The wealthy often hosted lavish events, while common people enjoyed simpler pastimes. The government and church also influenced leisure activities, promoting certain events and discouraging others.

Overall, leisure activities reflected social hierarchies and cultural values of the time.

1.
Explain why leisure activities were important in Elizabethan society. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
2.
Compare leisure activities enjoyed by the wealthy and the common people in Elizabethan times.
[4 marks]
3.
Outline how the government and church influenced leisure activities during Elizabethan times.
[4 marks]
4.
Analyse the social significance of attending plays during Elizabethan times.
[6 marks]
5.
Explain the role of sports and physical activities in Elizabethan leisure. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
6.
Compare leisure activities available to children and adults in Elizabethan society.
[4 marks]
7.
Outline the importance of leisure for social cohesion in Elizabethan society.
[4 marks]
8.
Write a short summary explaining the role of leisure in reflecting Elizabethan society's values.
[6 marks]

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