History Quiz

Who began the Protestant Reformation, which sharply divided Christians in Europe?

• Sir Francis Drake

• Queen Elizabeth

• Martin Luther

• King Henry VIII

What did the Act of Supremacy accomplish?

• Made the Pope head of the Church of England

• Made the King head of the Church of England

• Established the first English colony in America

• Promoted manufacturing in England

Who gave permission to Sir Walter Raleigh to start a colony in America?

• Martin Luther

• Sir Francis Drake

• Queen Elizabeth

• King Henry VIII

Which of the following was NOT one of Queen Elizabeth's goals?

• Religious and Political Unity

• Promote Manufacturing

• Make England a major sea power

• Establish a new religion

In what year did Sir Francis Drake sail around the world?

• 1580

• 1600

• 1550

• 1620

What is a Charter?

• A document granting permission for settlement and trade

• A type of ship used by explorers

• A religious text

• A map of trade routes

Which colony did Sir Walter Raleigh receive permission to start?

• Jamestown

• Roanoke

• Plymouth

• Massachusetts Bay

What was one of the main goals of Queen Elizabeth's reign?

• To establish a new religion

• To make England a major sea power

• To abolish the monarchy

• To colonize Africa

Who was responsible for promoting manufacturing in England?

• Martin Luther

• Sir Francis Drake

• Queen Elizabeth

• Sir Walter Raleigh

What was the significance of Sir Francis Drake's voyage?

• He discovered America

• He was the first to sail around the world

• He established the first English colony

• He defeated the Spanish Armada