The Spanish Armada — United Kingdom & Spain (1588, United Kingdom & Spain) — Questions and answers
Read the full story
Who were the main leaders of the two fleets that clashed off the coast of Plymouth, England?
Choices
- King Philip II and Queen Elizabeth I
- The Duke of Medina Sidonia and Lord Howard of Effingham ✓
- Sir Francis Drake and Queen Elizabeth I
- Seneca and King Philip II
Answer: The Duke of Medina Sidonia and Lord Howard of Effingham
From page 1
Why did King Philip II of Spain want to overthrow Queen Elizabeth I?
Choices
- He wanted to make England a part of his palace.
- He believed she was a "heretic" and wanted England to become Catholic again. ✓
- He wanted to steal England's gold.
- He thought England's weather was better than Spain's.
Answer: He believed she was a "heretic" and wanted England to become Catholic again.
From page 2
How did Queen Elizabeth I feel about Spain's intentions towards England?
Choices
- She was excited about a new friendship with Spain.
- She was determined to defend England from Spain's attempt to take over. ✓
- She was sad and wanted to give up her throne.
- She didn't care what Spain wanted to do.
Answer: She was determined to defend England from Spain's attempt to take over.
From page 3
What was Sir Francis Drake's plan for fighting the Spanish Armada, even though the English were outnumbered?
Choices
- To ram their ships into the Spanish giants.
- To use their superior speed and skill to harass and outmaneuver the Spanish ships. ✓
- To hide and wait for the Spanish ships to leave.
- To ask the Spanish to surrender peacefully.
Answer: To use their superior speed and skill to harass and outmaneuver the Spanish ships.
From page 4
How was the Duke of Medina Sidonia feeling aboard his flagship?
Choices
- Excited and strong, ready for battle.
- Seasick and tired, but determined to continue. ✓
- Happy to be on the open sea.
- Angry at his captains for not listening.
Answer: Seasick and tired, but determined to continue.
From page 5
What was the main reason Lord Howard of Effingham wanted Sir Francis Drake to "begin the harassment" of the Spanish Armada?
Choices
- He wanted to see if the Spanish ships were awake.
- He thought it would be fun to tease the Spanish.
- He knew they had to break up the Armada's tight formation to win. ✓
- He wanted to welcome them to the English Channel.
Answer: He knew they had to break up the Armada's tight formation to win.
From page 6
What message did Queen Elizabeth I want her troops to understand when she said she had "the heart of a king"?
Choices
- She was actually a king in disguise.
- She was weak and couldn't lead them.
- She was brave and strong, and they should be too for England. ✓
- She wanted them to find a new king.
Answer: She was brave and strong, and they should be too for England.
From page 7
How did the English break up the Spanish Armada's formation at Gravelines?
Choices
- By sending giant sea monsters to scare them.
- By singing loud songs that confused the Spanish sailors.
- By using "fire ships," which were unmanned vessels set on fire and sent into the Armada. ✓
- By calling for a timeout in the battle.
Answer: By using "fire ships," which were unmanned vessels set on fire and sent into the Armada.
From page 8
How did the Duke of Medina Sidonia feel about the Armada's defeat after seeing the devastation?
Choices
- He felt happy because he could go home.
- He realized Spain's power at sea was ending. ✓
- He wanted to start another battle right away.
- He was confused about what had happened.
Answer: He realized Spain's power at sea was ending.
From page 9
What was one big effect of the Spanish Armada's defeat for England?
Choices
- England became a small island nation again.
- England started to lose all its trade routes.
- England began to rise as a powerful naval nation around the world. ✓
- England decided to give up all its ships.
Answer: England began to rise as a powerful naval nation around the world.
From page 10