Elizabeth I (Early life) - Tudors

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Early life of Elizabeth I:

• Elizabeth enjoyed a stable environment around the court of Catherine Parr who took her under her wing.

• This is where she developed her beliefs - moderate Protestantism.

• She was legitimised when she was named third in line of succession in the 1544 Succession Act.

What traumatic event happened to Elizabeth I at age 3?

Her mother, Anne Boleyn, was accused of sexual misdemeanours, committed of high treason, and executed.

What happened to Elizabeth I's legitimacy after Henry VIII remarried?

Parliament made her illegitimate.

How old was Elizabeth I when Henry VIII died?

She was 13 years old.

Who attempted to seduce Elizabeth I after Catherine Parr's death?

Thomas Seymour.

What was the outcome for Thomas Seymour after Edward VI saw him as a threat?

Thomas Seymour was executed on charges of high treason.

How did Elizabeth I respond to the threat posed by Thomas Seymour?

She feared for her life and denied any involvement, which was accepted.

How did the events of her early life affect Elizabeth I's behavior towards men?

She became always cautious with men.

Who took Elizabeth I under her wing during her early life?

Catherine Parr

What belief system did Elizabeth I develop during her early life?

Moderate Protestantism

Early life of Elizabeth I:

• Elizabeth played no part in the plan to change the succession in 1553 to Lady Jane Grey. But, the accession of Mary in 1553 caused her problems due to Catholicism.

• The Wyatt Rebellion caused her position to become perilous. Elizabeth was imprisoned in the Tower and and then kept under house arrest for Mary's reign.

• Elizabeth was cultured in the arts, music, literature and spoke around seven languages.

• She studied theology, was keen to promote the Bible in English and did not believe in some central catholic doctrines.

• She learnt that her appearance and demeanour helped to symbolised her importance and status.

When was Elizabeth I legitimised and named third in line of succession?

1544 Succession Act

Did Elizabeth I play a part in the plan to change the succession in 1553 to Lady Jane Grey?

No, Elizabeth played no part in the plan.

What caused problems for Elizabeth I after the accession of Mary in 1553?

Mary's Catholicism caused Elizabeth problems.

What event made Elizabeth I's position perilous during Mary's reign?

The Wyatt Rebellion.

Where was Elizabeth I imprisoned during Mary's reign?

The Tower of London.

What subjects was Elizabeth I cultured in?

Arts, music, literature, and she spoke around seven languages.

What was Elizabeth I's stance on the Bible?

She was keen to promote the Bible in English.

Did Elizabeth I believe in some central Catholic doctrines?

No, she did not believe in some central Catholic doctrines.

How did Elizabeth I learn to symbolize her importance and status?

By understanding that her appearance and demeanor helped to symbolize her importance.

Early life of Elizabeth I:

Part of the Tudor myth is that the whole nation greeted the accession of Elizabeth with universal joy. From the early 1570s, the anniversary of the accession was celebrated as a public holiday and from 1576, it was made a holy day.

• January 1559; Elizabeth was coronated.

• The rejoicing contrasted with Mary's coronation when there was only restrained applause although some accounts may be subject to religious bias.

• Elizabeth was welcomed by the citizens in her processions and was greeted by orations, most with a strong Protestant flavour.

• Elizabeth appeared welcoming and open in her demeanour and this further pleased the crowns.

When was Elizabeth I coronated?

January 1559

How did the public react to Elizabeth I's accession compared to Mary I's?

Elizabeth's accession was greeted with universal joy, while Mary's was met with only restrained applause.

What public holiday was celebrated starting in the early 1570s in honor of Elizabeth I's accession?

The anniversary of her accession.

What was established as a holy day from 1576 in relation to Elizabeth I?

The anniversary of her accession.

How were Elizabeth I's processions received by the citizens?

She was welcomed with orations, most of which had a strong Protestant flavor.

What was notable about Elizabeth I's demeanor during her accession?

She appeared welcoming and open, which pleased the crowds.

Elizabeth I advisers:

• The death of Cardinal Pole allowed Elizabeth to be flexible in choosing her leading advisers.

• She was determined to have a smaller council with a preference for people who showed loyalty to the Tudor dynasty, through personal service and established families.

• Elizabeth was able to build up a council with professional men who enjoyed her confidence and served for long periods.

• Of Mary's Privy councillors, 11 out of 30 were appointed.

• She appointed 9 new councillors, the key appointments being Sir William Cecil as her Principal Secretary; served for 40 years.

What event allowed Elizabeth to be flexible in choosing her leading advisers?

The death of Cardinal Pole

What was Elizabeth's preference for her council members?

She preferred a smaller council with loyalty to the Tudor dynasty.

What type of professionals did Elizabeth build her council with?

Professional men who enjoyed her confidence and served for long periods.

How many of Mary's Privy councillors were appointed by Elizabeth?

11 out of 30

Who was appointed as Elizabeth's Principal Secretary?

Sir William Cecil

How long did Sir William Cecil serve as Principal Secretary?

40 years