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Exploration and Expansion: Sir Francis Drake

History
GCSE Grade 8
8 questions
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This worksheet explores the causes and consequences of Sir Francis Drake's explorations, focusing on how his voyages impacted England's expansion and global influence.

Topics covered:

#Analyse how Drake's actions contributed to England's expansion.
#History
#Compare the immediate and long-term consequences of Drake's exploration.
#Standard
#Exploration and Expansion
#Explain the reasons behind Drake's voyages.
#Drake
#Cause and Consequence

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Exploration and Expansion: Sir Francis Drake

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Grade GCSE Grade 8
A

Introduction to Sir Francis Drake

Source A: Biography of Sir Francis Drake

Sir Francis Drake was an English sea captain and explorer who played a key role in the age of exploration. His voyages expanded England's knowledge of the world and challenged Spanish dominance.

Provenance: Historical summary from a GCSE textbook, 2020.

1.
Outline the main reasons why Sir Francis Drake undertook his voyages. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
2.
Compare the goals of Drake's voyages with those of earlier explorers. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
B

Causes of Drake's Voyages

Source B: Political motives

Queen Elizabeth I wanted England to become a major naval power and to weaken Spain's influence. Drake's voyages were part of this strategy.

Provenance: Official government document, 1580.

1.
Explain how Source B shows the political reasons behind Drake's voyages. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
2.
Analyse the impact of political motives on the success of Drake's expeditions. (6 marks)
[6 marks]
C

Consequences of Drake's Voyages

Source C: Long-term effects

Drake's expeditions laid the groundwork for England's future maritime empire, increasing wealth and influence.

Provenance: Modern historical analysis, 2018.

1.
Explain the immediate consequences of Drake's expeditions. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
2.
Compare the long-term consequences of Drake's voyages with the immediate effects. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
D

Analysis of Drake's Impact

Source D: Historian view

Historians agree that Drake's voyages significantly shifted England's position from a minor maritime nation to a major naval power.

Provenance: Academic journal, 2019.

1.
Analyse how Source D presents Drake's role in England's maritime history. (6 marks)
[6 marks]
2.
Compare the views of historians with the sources provided about Drake's impact. (4 marks)
[4 marks]

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