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Exploration and Expansion: Sir Francis Drake

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GCSE Grade 8
8 questions
~16 mins
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A source analysis worksheet focusing on Sir Francis Drake's role in exploration and expansion during the Age of Discovery.

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#Analyse the significance of Sir Francis Drake's explorations
#Compare different perspectives on Drake's achievements
#History
#Standard
#Explain the reliability of historical sources about Drake
#Exploration and Expansion
#Source Analysis (Text)
#Drake

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Exploration and Expansion: Sir Francis Drake

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Grade GCSE Grade 8
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Source Analysis: Sir Francis Drake's Voyage

Source A: Account of Sir Francis Drake's Expedition

"Sir Francis Drake's voyage in 1577-1580 was a groundbreaking expedition that circumnavigated the globe. According to his official report, the journey was a great success, establishing England's naval dominance and expanding its influence across uncharted territories. Drake and his crew faced numerous challenges, including storms, hostile indigenous peoples, and supply shortages. Despite these hardships, Drake's leadership and strategic skills enabled him to complete the circumnavigation, which brought valuable wealth and prestige to England. His achievements are celebrated as a pivotal moment in the Age of Discovery, symbolising England's maritime power and imperial ambitions." Provenance: Official report by Sir Francis Drake, 1580, primary source document

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Questions

1.
Describe the main content of Source A about Drake's voyage. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
2.
Explain the purpose and origin of Source A. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
3.
Compare the usefulness of Source A with a hypothetical critical view that emphasizes the challenges faced during the voyage. How reliable is Source A? (6 marks)
[6 marks]
4.
Outline why Sir Francis Drake is considered an important figure in the Age of Discovery. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
5.
Analyse how Drake's voyage contributed to England's exploration and expansion. Use evidence from the source. (6 marks)
[6 marks]
6.
Compare the views in Source A with those of a historian who criticizes Drake's exploration efforts. What might a critic say about the source? (6 marks)
[6 marks]
7.
Summarize the main reasons why Drake's expedition was considered a major achievement for England. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
8.
Explain how Drake's voyage supports England's goals of exploration and expansion. (4 marks)
[4 marks]

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