Primary Sources: Speech Before Her Troops/Examination of Don

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What does the first paragraph of Queen Elizabeth’s speech indicate about the relationship between royalty and the common people during the 1500s in England?
It suggests the possibility of betrayal and emphasizes Elizabeth’s trust in her country’s citizens.
It focuses on the importance of guarding one’s self from impending betrayal of the country’s citizens.
It emphasizes the differences between the responsibilities of the lower classes and royalty.
It expresses the solidarity of the lower classes in betraying the British royal family.
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CCSS.RI.11-12.1
CCSS.RI.11-12.2
CCSS.RL.11-12.1
CCSS.RL.11-12.2
CCSS.RL.11-12.3
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Read the following passage from Queen Elizabeth’s speech. What does it indicate about her as a ruler?
I am come amongst you at this time . . . being resolved, in the midst and heat of the battle, to live or die amongst you all; to lay down, for my God, and for my kingdom, and for my people, my honor and my blood, even the dust.
She was cowardly and inconsiderate.
She considered herself better than the people.
She was a bloodthirsty ruler.
She was a brave and dedicated ruler.
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CCSS.RL.11-12.1
CCSS.RL.11-12.2
CCSS.RL.11-12.4
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Read the following passage. What does it imply about the current beliefs about English kings?
I know I have but the body of a weak and feeble woman; but I have the heart of a king, and of a king of England, too. . . .
They were seen as cruel and unreasonable.
They were considered brave and strong.
They were not as strong as other kings.
They were less capable than queens.
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CCSS.L.11-12.5
CCSS.RL.11-12.1
CCSS.RL.11-12.2
CCSS.RL.11-12.4
CCSS.RL.11-12.6
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What do Queen Elizabeth’s words my realm, my kingdom, and my people imply about her view of her role as Queen?
They show her lack of belief in her country.
They indicate her nationalism.
They exhibit her sense of ownership.
They explain her fear and rage.
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CCSS.L.11-12.5
CCSS.RL.11-12.1
CCSS.RL.11-12.2
CCSS.RL.11-12.4
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What historical event inspired Queen Elizabeth to give this speech?
the Spanish invasion of England
the defeat of the Spanish Armada
the retreat of English troops
the English victory over Spain
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CCSS.RI.11-12.1
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
The Examination of Don Luis de Córdoba provides
a firsthand account of a Spanish defeat.
a reaction to Elizabeth’s speech.
an outline of Spanish war tactics.
a bitter look at England’s victory.
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What does the reader learn about naval warfare at the time from the Examination of Don Luis de Córdoba?
They relied heavily on the weather to provide energy to sail.
They fought mainly with fire and cannon balls.
They were helpless when they sailed alone.
The Spanish Armada was more skilled than the English.
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