The Spanish Armada Research

In which time period was Spain considered the most significant empire?

• Late 15th century

• Late 16th century

• Late 17th century

Give two reasons that Philip chose to attack England.

• English ships were attacking Spanish treasure fleets.

• The storms destroyed many Spanish ships.

• Queen Elizabeth I executed Mary Queen of Scots.

Look at the paragraph beginning 'Worst of all...'

Copy a short phrase that shows Philip's decision to attack was influenced by his own feelings and beliefs.

What was the 'Protestant Wind'?

Which word is closest in meaning to formidable?

• famous

• impressive

• feeble

• robust

What do historians from the past and present who study the Spanish Armada agree on?

How do the views of historians who study the Spanish Armada differ?

Look at the section titled 'The Failure'.

Which of these groups of words show the Spanish were forced to abandon their position?

• the Armada sailed in a crescent formation, making it difficult to attack.

• This decisive battle prevented the Spanish from landing in England.

• Philip's invincible Spanish fleet fled north, chased by the English fleet.

• It was spotted almost immediately, and England was warned.

Draw lines to link the causes to their effects.