Supporting Home Learning in Year 10 Enquiry.
Early Elizabethan England 1558-88.
The Early Elizabethan depth study focus on a substantial and coherent short time span of 30 years and require students to understand the development of the Queen, her government and religion 1558–69, the Challenges to Elizabeth at home and abroad 1569–88 and Elizabethan society in the Age of Exploration 1558–88. |
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In a nutshellThe Early Elizabethan depth study focus on a substantial and coherent short time span of 30 years and require students to understand the complexity of a society or historical situation and the interplay of different aspects within it. These may include social, economic, political, religious and military aspects. The content is divided into three key topics. These provide a framework for teaching and understanding the option, but should not be taken in isolation from each other. There is some chronological overlap between key topics – this structure helps highlight the complexity and interplay of different aspects within society.
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Independent LearningEpisode 3
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Episode 1
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Episode 2
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Episode 4
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Elizabeth Revision PowerPoint |
Key topic 2: How did the Spanish, and catholics and puritans at home challenge Elizabeth 1569–88?1 Why were there plots and revolts against Elizabeth at home?
The reasons for, and significance of, the Revolt of the Northern Earls, 1569–70. The features and significance of the Ridolfi, Throckmorton and Babington Plots. Walsingham and the use of spies. The reasons for, and significance of, Mary Queen of Scots’ execution in 1587.
2 Why did relations with Spain become so problematic before 1554?
Political and religious rivalry. Commercial rivalry. The New World, privateering and the significance of the activities of Drake.
3 Why was there an outbreak of war with Spain, 1585–88?
English direct involvement in the Netherlands, 1585–88. The role of Robert Dudley. Drake and the raid on Cadiz: ‘Singeing the King of Spain’s beard’.
4 Why did the Spanish Armada invasion plans fail?
Reasons why Philip used the Spanish Armada. The reasons for, and consequences of, the English victory.
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Independent LearningKey Notes and Exam Questions
1 Key Topic 2 Focus 1 Plots at home 2 Key Topic 2 Focus 2 Relations with Spain 3 Key Topic 2 Focus 3 War with Spain 4 Key Topic 2 Focus 4 Spanish Armada Stretch and challenge
1 BBC Elizabeth I 2 BBC i Wonder 3 The Elizabethan era 4 Spartacus-educational Tudors 5 How the Tudor dynasty shaped Britain 6 How to survive in Tudor England
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Key topic 3: What developments were there in Elizabethan society and the Age of Exploration during the period 1558–88?1 How did Education and leisure reflect differences in social class?
Education in the home, schools and universities. Sport, pastimes and the theatre.
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Independent LearningKey Notes and Exam Questions
1 Key Topic 3 Focus 1 Education & Leisure 2 Key Topic 3 Focus 2 Poverty 3 Key Topic 3 Focus 3 Exploration 4 Key Topic 3 Focus 4 Raleigh & Virginia Stretch and Challenge
1 BBC Elizabeth I 2 BBC i Wonder 3 The Elizabethan era 4 Spartacus-educational Tudors 5 How the Tudor dynasty shaped Britain 6 How to survive in Tudor England
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Top Movies
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Top Tudor Music
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