Elizabethan Error

Puritans

A group wanting to purify the Church of England of Catholic practices, posing a threat to Elizabeth's authority.

Catholics

Loyal to the Pope and Catholic traditions, posing threats of rebellion and foreign plots against Elizabeth.

Spanish Armada (1588)

A major attempt by Philip II of Spain to invade England and overthrow Elizabeth.

Northern Rebellion (1569)

A Catholic noble rebellion aimed at replacing Elizabeth with Mary, Queen of Scots.

Babington Plot (1586)

A conspiracy involving Mary, Queen of Scots, to assassinate Elizabeth, leading to Mary's execution.

Elizabeth I

Queen of England from 1558-1603, known for her political skill and stability.

Act of Supremacy

Established Elizabeth as the Supreme Governor of the Church of England.

Act of Uniformity

Established a common prayer book and made Church attendance compulsory.

Economic Issues under Elizabeth

Inflation and widespread poverty led to social unrest and challenges to her government.

Shakespeare

Major playwright and poet of the Elizabethan era, reflecting society and values through his work.

Elizabethan Poor Laws

Laws aimed at providing relief to the poor and managing vagrancy in society.

Exploration and Colonization

English maritime activity, including early attempts at establishing colonies in the Americas.

Religious Settlement (1559)

Aimed to create a moderate Protestant Church appealing to a broad population.

The Succession Question

Uncertainty regarding the heirs to Elizabeth due to her refusal to marry.

Philip II of Spain

A powerful Catholic monarch who opposed Elizabeth and sought to restore Catholicism in England.

Mary, Queen of Scots

Elizabeth's cousin and a Catholic claimant to the English throne, symbolizing Catholic opposition.