EDEXCEL ELIZABETH KEY TOPIC 2: Challenges to Elizabeth at home and abroad

This SOW/ bundle addresses Early Elizabethan England, 1558–88. This is perfect for the EDEXCEL spec but can be used for any other exam board/ series of lessons. It has various activities and exam practice too. The lessons do not need any ammending and cover a wide variety of lessons:
Key topic 2: Challenges to Elizabeth at home and abroad, 1569–88
1 Plots and revolts 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 Relations with Spain
● Political and religious rivalry.
● Commercial rivalry. The New World, privateering and the
significance of the activities of Drake.
3 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 The Armada ● Spanish invasion plans. Reasons why Philip used the Spanish
Armada.
● The reasons for, and consequences of, the English victory