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Quiz: Privy Council and Parliament - How Elizabeth Governed

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Welcome! Building on your understanding of Elizabeth’s legitimacy and the succession problem, let's explore how Elizabeth governed through her Privy Council and Parliament. This quiz will test your knowledge and help you solidify your understanding of this topic!

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What was the primary role of Elizabeth's Privy Council?

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Which of the following were responsibilities of Elizabeth's Parliament? (Select all that apply)

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The {{blank0}} was Elizabeth's closest group of advisors, while {{blank1}} was the larger group involved in approving taxes and laws.

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Match the items on the left with their correct pairs on the right

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Who was Elizabeth’s chief minister and a key member of her Privy Council?

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Match the items on the left with their correct pairs on the right

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Why did Elizabeth call Parliament less frequently than her predecessors?

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Elizabeth's Parliament was divided into two houses: the {{blank0}} and the {{blank1}}.

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What was Parliament's main purpose under Elizabeth's reign?

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