the succession is the process of inheriting a title, such as becoming the king or queen

a suitor is someone who pursues a relationship with a particular person in an attempt to marry them

propaganda is communication such as paintings used to influence or persuade an audience of a certain idea

Elizabeth I and the succession: The Virgin Queen

History

In this unit, pupils saw that England suffered from tensions between Catholics, Puritans and other Protestants after the Reformation. In 'The English Civil War: what can pamphlets tell us about 17th century politics?', students will explain how these various religious divisions contributed to the political and social turbulence experienced in England during the Civil War and Interregnum.

In 'Henry VIII and the Reformation: how unusual was the English Reformation?', pupils studied how Protestantism was able to grow in England during the Reformation. In this unit, students will analyse how the growth of Protestantism generated tensions in England and isolated the country from Europe's great powers.

In this unit, pupils learn about Elizabeth I's reign before examining some popular depictions of her. They build knowledge about her religious, domestic, and foreign policies before considering why she has been represented so differently.

Elizabeth I: why has Elizabeth been represented so differently?

Historic or outdated representations of people that may portray inequality or injustice.

Depiction or discussion of discriminatory behaviour

In what year did Elizabeth I become queen?

Elizabeth followed Catholicism when Mary was queen. What did she follow when she was queen herself?

Which of Elizabeth's suitors was previously married to her sister Mary I?

she didn't want to give up her own power to whoever she would have married

Why did Elizabeth not want to get married?

What is the term given to communications such as paintings used to influence or persuade an audience of a certain idea?

Who became king of England after Elizabeth died in 1603?

a Christian who considers the Pope their religious leader

a Christian who rejects the authority of the Pope

the leader of Catholicism and the Bishop of Rome

Place the Tudor monarchs in the order in which they ruled.

The time when England and Scotland joined together

The time when the royal family regained control of England

The time when England lost its land in France and France became united

The time when the English Church broke away from the Catholic Church

Is a portrait a primary or secondary source?

Content guidance

Depiction or discussion of discriminatory behaviour

Adult supervision recommended

This lesson will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.

Elizabeth I and the succession: The Virgin Queen

Lesson outcome

Content guidance

This lesson will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.