Queen, Government and Religion: The Religious Settlement

History
GCSE / Grade 9-1 / Year 10
5 questions
~10 mins
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This worksheet explores the key concepts and vocabulary related to the Religious Settlement of Elizabeth I, focusing on understanding its significance and impact on English society and governance.

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Queen, Government and Religion: The Religious Settlement

Subject: HistoryGrade: GCSE / Grade 9-1 / Year 10
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Grade GCSE / Grade 9-1 / Year 10
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Vocabulary and Key Concepts

Source A: Extract from a contemporary account of Elizabeth I's Religious Settlement

'Elizabeth's approach to religion was a careful balance, seeking to unify her subjects while maintaining her authority and the Anglican Church.' Provenance: Written by a court historian in 1600.

1.
Define the following terms as they relate to the Religious Settlement: 'Act of Supremacy', 'Act of Uniformity', and 'Anglicanism'.
[3 marks]
2.
Outline the main goals of Elizabeth I’s Religious Settlement.
[3 marks]
3.
Compare the views of Catholics and Protestants towards the Religious Settlement.
[4 marks]
4.
Explain how the Religious Settlement aimed to balance religious unity and political stability.
[6 marks]
5.
Analyse the significance of the Religious Settlement in shaping England’s future religious landscape.
[8 marks]

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1/1/2026
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