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Elizabethan Society: Leisure Vocabulary & Concepts

History
GCSE / Grade 8
8 questions
~16 mins
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A worksheet to develop understanding of leisure activities and related concepts in Elizabethan society, focusing on key vocabulary and ideas.

Topics covered:

#History
#Leisure
#Explain the significance of leisure activities in Elizabethan society.
#Analyse how leisure reflected social status in Elizabethan England.
#Define key vocabulary related to Elizabethan leisure.
#Standard
#Elizabethan Society
#Compare different types of leisure activities and their social implications.
#Vocabulary & Concepts

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Elizabethan Society: Leisure Vocabulary & Concepts

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Grade GCSE / Grade 8
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Vocabulary and Concepts in Elizabethan Leisure

During the Elizabethan era, leisure activities played an important role in society, reflecting social status and cultural values.

Key Vocabulary:

  • Masques: Elaborate performances combining music, dance, and drama, often performed for the royal court.
  • Theatre: A popular form of entertainment, with plays performed by companies like Shakespeare's acting troupe.
  • Bear-baiting: A violent sport where a bear was chained and attacked by dogs, common among the lower classes.
  • Taverns: Public houses where people socialised, drank, and played games.
  • Fairs: Events that included markets, games, and entertainment, attracting people from all social classes.

Historian views suggest that leisure activities were not only for entertainment but also reinforced social hierarchies and political power.

Source A:

'The courtly masque was a display of wealth and power, showcasing the grandeur of the monarchy.' Provenance: Extract from a history of Elizabethan court life.

1.
Define the term 'masques' and explain their significance in Elizabethan society. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
2.
Compare leisure activities such as theatre and bear-baiting in terms of social class and cultural importance. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
3.
Outline why fairs were important in Elizabethan society. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
4.
Explain how leisure activities reflected social status in Elizabethan England. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
5.
Write a brief explanation of why theatre was a popular leisure activity during Elizabethan times. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
6.
Analyse the role of taverns in Elizabethan society and leisure. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
7.
Compare the social implications of leisure activities for the aristocracy and common people. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
8.
Explain the importance of leisure activities in maintaining social order in Elizabethan society. (4 marks)
[4 marks]

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