SIR FRANCIS DRAKE
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Who he was and why he was so significant
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In terms of her foreign policy, what did Elizabeth want?
Defend Englands borders from attack
Protect her position as Queen of England
Make England richer through trade with other countries
Avoid costly wars- may overthrow her/ subjects may not be loyal to her
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The 1500s were an age of what?
Exploration for European traders & adventurers
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How did Drake become a wealthy merchant in society?
He made his fortune by trading valuable products from the new world.
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Was Drake a pirate or a privateer?
was a pirate to the Spanish- invaded their ships
was a privateer to Britain- Elizabeth granted him a license to invade Spanish ships
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Drake was one of Elizabeth’s favourites. True or false?
True
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