Take this Exam: GCSE History: Elizabethan Society and Exploration | Zestly

Question 1

Which of the following were significant challenges faced by the English settlers at the Roanoke colony in Virginia?

Accepted Answer

Poor relations with local Native American tribes

Question 2

What was a major reason for King Philip II of Spain's decision to launch the Spanish Armada in 1588?

Accepted Answer

To remove Elizabeth I and restore Catholicism in England

Question 3

Which tactical actions contributed to the English victory over the Spanish Armada?

Accepted Answer

The use of fireships to break the Spanish formation

Question 4

What was the significance of the Battle of Gravelines in the context of the 1588 Armada campaign?

Answer

It was the final battle where the English captured the Spanish King.

Answer

It forced the Spanish fleet to abandon their invasion plans and flee north.

Answer

It resulted in the immediate surrender of the entire Spanish fleet.

Answer

It was the only battle fought during the entire campaign.

Question 5

Which of the following statements accurately describes the Elizabethan Poor Laws?

Answer

They made local parishes responsible for the poor

Answer

They abolished all forms of private charity

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They introduced a 'poor rate' tax to fund relief

Answer

They required all poor people to move to London