Although Elizabeth I was an effective ruler, there were still faults in her reign. She was careless with the economy which endangered the stability of her country. This was reckless and extremely risky, even though she eventually gained control of the situation at the end. Had she not, the country of England could have been in turmoil and would have gone under. But, despite this fault, she was an effective ruler as she saved England from defeat by the Spanish Armada, started the Elizabethan Era, a great definition of English culture, and set a fantastic precedent for female rulers in a time when they were not celebrated. Elizabeth I could have done certain things differently than she had, but overall, she wanted what was best for her country
The White House didn’t hire her as a dressmaker, and unofficial aide to Mary Todd Lincoln to try and prove their support for the end of slavery. Her strong-willed personality and determination led her to a very successful life even though she was a former slave. Elizabeth, who was born into slavery, didn’t taste freedom until she was much older. Separated from her father, she and her mother were owned by
Queen Elizabeth I spoke about her faults as a woman and the fact that she, a woman, has a “heart and stomach of a king” (6). This shows that women were aware they were being looked down upon as they compared a strong heart and stomach to one that only a king could have. This speech shows that its
Elizabeth’s bravery and strength is a huge part of who she is. She is a source of goodness among so many others who chose to go along with the madness. Values as strong as these provide a shed of light in the midst of something as detrimental as the witch trials, where the poor values of others cost dozens of
Elizabeth was also considered an inspirational leader. This was due to her ability to control and maintain peace amongst English Catholics whilst the Armada was happening. Due to them not rebelling it shows Elizabeth overcoming the threat that King Philip II attempted to place on England through the Spanish Armada and the efforts to overthrow of the
Though almost everyone in the story is hysterical, greedy, and jealous, there are some genuine people in this world. Elizabeth truly shows the readers what a true and pure puritan wife is. A woman who loves and stands by her husband through anything. Even when the husband is at fault.
Elizabeth I, Queen of England from 1558-1603, brought much success and political stability to England during her reign. However, the ideas about gender at the time greatly influenced her rule. With the views of the religious peoples during Elizabeth’s reign leaning towards negativity about a woman ruler, Elizabeth I responded to these challenges against her ability to rule wisely with sophisticated anger and strong leadership, while not responding to the challenges to her authority as a religious leader. One of the main challenges to Elizabeth’s right to rule came from the church. Document 1, “First Blast of the Trumpet Against the Monstrous Regiment of Women” by John Knox, a Scottish religious reformer, shows the biased views of a Scot who
Ever since she came into the world, Queen Elizabeth lived with pretty much anything she wanted and eventually became queen of a rapidly growing country. Also, she stood apart from other previous queens as being only the third queen to rule England in her own right. Though she passed away many years ago, the love that she showed toward her subjects still makes current rulers stand in awe. In her greatest speech to Parliament, she told them, ‘I count the glory of my crown that I have reigned with your love. ’(EnglishHistory)
Queen Elizabeth I of England Queen Elizabeth I ruled for forty-five successful years and brought a lot of hope and peace into England. Queen Elizabeth I was a ruler of England from 1558-1603. Throughout her reign, she never married and was known as the “Virgin Queen.” England beat Spain in the Spanish Armada.
In the darkest times of sadness, in the deepest confines of human affliction, hope and liberation are found in becoming openly vulnerable to the ones who understand and care the most. This concept is the embodiment of the relationship between Jane and Elizabeth Bennet in Jane Austen’s novel, Pride and Prejudice. As Elizabeth’s sole confidante, Jane functions as not only an advocate for trusting openness as Elizabeth’s sister and best friend, but as a representation of societal norms and a foil character to Elizabeth’s judgmental nature, aiding the triumph over Elizabeth’s constant battle with pride and prejudice . With only Jane to confide in, the moments shared between the two sisters hold immense importance throughout the novel. It is in these moments which Jane’s function as a confidante transforms from sister to best friend, even bordering motherly.
During her rule, wars were ended because of her and her kingdom. With the help of her most strong-minded advisor, William Cecil, Elizabeth ended the war with France. In addition Elizabeth made the Spanish Armada retreat. She was able to avoid fighting with Spain for many years of her reign. Though not all of her goals were reached, the ones that were, were
Her parent's marriage was then revoked, this completed with Elizabeth being misguided. Notwithstanding not having a mother, Elizabeth was thought to be the best ruler in English history by numerous people. She had transformed
Although women haven’t usually been in a position of power but woman have done great things throughout history even though people might haven’t even noticed what they have done until Empress Theodora and Queen Elizabeth changed it forever by doing something very important Empress Theodora was one who impacted her empire by doing something very important. One way she impacted her empire was when she made the speech for justinin not too leave. That impacted them because when she made the speech justinian stayed to fight and they won(Almanac p27). It was important for him to stay because if he wouldn’t have stayed the whole empire would have been gone(Almanac p27). Another way was when she got married with justinian because when they
Although it is debatable, Elizabeth I is known to be England's greatest ruler. " Good Queen Bess", as her people called her, dealt with England's countless amount of problems. She was judged "unfit to rule without a husband nor successor. Having no husband made people dispute over her right to the throne. This did not change her decision about never getting married, she continued to rule without a husband.
What would you do if you were to be given great authority and power? There are those who would be responsible and treat such power with the utmost care, and yet there are those who would use their authority for personal gain as if it were a child ’s play toy. Corruption is everywhere; there is no limitation to where or when it can happen. One of the most notable examples of the abuse of power, and the catastrophe that can occur from the aftermath is during the Elizabethan era in England.
Jordan McNeill Period 2 October 25, 2015 In 1588 the troops of England gathered at Tilbury. Preparing themselves to repel an expected invasion by the King of Spain’s army. Queen Elizabeth I of England delivered a passionate speech encouraging her men to risk their lives in battle. In her, albeit short, speech the Queen deftly uses different rhetorical strategies.