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Elizabeth I faced many challenges in governing the country. She needed to show strength and leadership, but also needed powerful men to support her. How successful was the government of Elizabeth I?

Although some Elizabethans increased their wealth, life for the majority was very hard. Poverty and unemployment increased during Elizabeth’s reign. How did life differ for the rich and poor in Elizabethan times?

Life was difficult for the majority of people during the Elizabethan Age. Popular entertainment was therefore an important way for them to escapes life’s hardships. What were the most popular types of entertainment in Elizabethan times?

Religion became a very divisive factor in people’s lives in Wales and England when Protestant ideas challenged the dominance of the Roman Catholic Church. How successfully did Elizabeth deal with the problem of religion?

Despite the initial acceptance of the ‘middle way’, the Catholic threat increased from the late 1560s. This would eventually lead to the execution of Mary, Queen of Scots and war with Spain. Why were the Catholics a threat to Elizabeth?

In 1558, England, Wales and Spain were on friendly terms. However, relations deteriorated over the next 30 years, leading to a Spanish attempt to invade England. How much of a threat was the Spanish Armada?

The Religious Settlement of 1559 brought stability to Wales and England. However, some extreme Protestants called Puritans wanted further change and became a challenge for Elizabeth. Why did the Puritans become a threat during Elizabeth’s reign?