How Much Do You Know About The Elizabethan Era?

From the royals in charge to Shakespeare and his plays, the Elizabethan era was wrought with historic moments worthy of their place in time. Just how much do you know about the Elizabethan era? More than most? Only true history buffs will ace this quiz!
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How long was Elizabeth queen?
10 years
15 years
20 years

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How did Elizabeth die?
She had poison in her blood from makeup.
She bled to death.
She was beheaded.

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Which of these was NOT a famous actor during the Elizabethan Era?
William Shakespeare
John Watson
Henry Condell

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Which of these caused the theater business to hit a rough patch?
The puritan rule
The death of Shakespeare
The creation of the Globe

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If crimes were severe, what was one possible punishment?
Stoned
Beheaded
Stabbed

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Which of these is a superstition the people of the Elizabethan Era created?
Broken mirrors
"God bless you" when someone sneezes
Black cats are bad luck

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What was the nickname of Mary I?
Bloody Mary
Mary Martyr
Mother Mary

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What are the beginning and ending dates of the Elizabethan era?
1603-1619
1560-1570
1558-1603

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Who was the mother of Elizabeth I?
Catherine Howard
Anne Boleyn
Mary of Scots

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How old was William Shakespeare when he got married?
26
18
29

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What church did Elizabeth I establish or re-establish by law in England during her reign?
The Catholic Churh
The Anglican Church
The Protestant Church

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How many languages could Elizabeth speak?
5
3
4
The Elizabethan era changed the world as we know it, yet it isn't a commonly discussed time in the modern day. Though you know bits and pieces about this iconic time, you still have a bit to learn. Use this quiz as the foundation you keep building upon! Luckily, no one will order your death for failing this quiz. kdjkjgkgk

C+, Elizabethan Errors

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Right!
Unlike the average guy or gal, you know quite a bit about the Elizabethan era! From Elizabeth herself to the world of theater and plays. You seem to have a handle on all of the people and moments that made this era so uniquely iconic on the historic timeline.

B+, Elizabethan Ace

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You're a total Elizabethan expert! From the role of Elizabeth I to the other prominent players in this time, you seem to know all about the events, people and places that made this era so unique. Whether it was Shakespeare's tragedies or Mary Queen of Scots, you know this era far better than most!

A+, Elizabethan Expert

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Right!
1
How long was Elizabeth queen?
10 years
15 years
20 years
2
How did Elizabeth die?
She had poison in her blood from makeup.
She bled to death.
She was beheaded.
3
Which of these was NOT a famous actor during the Elizabethan Era?
William Shakespeare
John Watson
Henry Condell
4
Which of these caused the theater business to hit a rough patch?
The puritan rule
The death of Shakespeare
The creation of the Globe
5
If crimes were severe, what was one possible punishment?
Stoned
Beheaded
Stabbed
6
Which of these is a superstition the people of the Elizabethan Era created?
Broken mirrors
"God bless you" when someone sneezes
Black cats are bad luck
7
What was the nickname of Mary I?
Bloody Mary
Mary Martyr
Mother Mary
8
What are the beginning and ending dates of the Elizabethan era?
1603-1619
1560-1570
1558-1603
9
Who was the mother of Elizabeth I?
Catherine Howard
Anne Boleyn
Mary of Scots
10
How old was William Shakespeare when he got married?
26
18
29
11
What church did Elizabeth I establish or re-establish by law in England during her reign?
The Catholic Churh
The Anglican Church
The Protestant Church
12
How many languages could Elizabeth speak?
5
3
4