Shakespeare and the Elizabethan era

To be or not to be : Discover Shakespeare's world Step 1 : The Elizabethan Age : Why is it called the Golden Age?

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Listen to this short introduction !

Who was Elizabeth I?

1 Before her reign : Bloody Mary Religious wars / succession wars

3 Exploring the world

2 Who was Queen Elizabeth I?

4 Life & culture

Who was her predecessor, "Bloody Mary"?

Read the following text (by clicking on the little "number1" sign ) ...

Press the little "number 2" above and read. Then press on the small Shakespeare at the bottom of the page to be directed to the activity

Elizabeth I, the sister

1) Scan through (on these symbols : this painting of Queen Elizabeth I to discover symbols of her reign 2) Watch the video underneath and collect details about this queen that will be necessary for the next activity !

Elizabeth I - Let's play a game !

Exploring the world

Elizabeth I's 44-year reign was peaceful. For this reason, there was a flourishing of culture & learning, known as "The Elizabethan Golden Age". Four figures in particular are remembered from this period : the explorer Sir Francis Drake, the sailor Walter Raleigh, the scientist Francis Bacon and the playwright William Shakespeare. Let's explore this period of discovery ! Here is a list and a variety of documents for you to go through. When you have finsihed, click on the ship for your activity!