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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. With what married woman and cousin of Queen Elizabeth does the Earl of Leicester have an affair?

2. What does Queen Elizabeth do with the treasure Francis Drake brings home from Spanish ships his pirates have looted?

3. Which of the following statements does not describe Queen Elizabeth at age 60 years-old?

4. When the Earl of Leicester marries in 1578, what step does his bride's father take to ensure the marriage is legal?

5. What physical ailment on Queen Elizabeth's leg heals in 1578?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

When Queen Elizabeth first ascends to the throne her kingdom is poor, but by the time she dies England is wealthy. Discuss what factors help England prosper during Elizabeth's reign including the queen's personal financial policies, the growth of English industries like shipbuilding, and the influence of peace on commerce and trade. Discuss how each of these factors relates directly to the queen and her policies and/or influence. Cite examples from the text to support your arguments.

Essay Topic 2

Discuss the rivalry between Queen Elizabeth and Lettice Knollys. Are the two women rivals on other levels in addition to being rivals for Robert Dudley? Cite examples from the text to support your conclusions.

Essay Topic 3

Discuss the character of Queen Elizabeth. What are her strengths? What are her flaws? How do her strengths help her reign and how do her flaws hinder her reign? Does she defy or define the stereotypical image of a woman of her era? Cite examples from the text to support your arguments.

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