Lesson 5 Femininity AIM to develop an understanding

Lesson 5 – Femininity • AIM: to develop an understanding of how Elizabeth faced the problems because of her gender. Key words: Femininity = the qualities of women. They were considered to be inferior to men in all ways. Women were considered to be emotionally, intellectually and physically weak. Women were considered to be the source of evil in the world. Legitimacy = whether a person has the right to rule. Prosperity = how rich you are. Succession = who the throne will pass to on the death of

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Starting off – Linking to L 3 • Discuss with your neighbour, ‘What is the greatest challenge that Elizabeth faces? ’ Give two reasons for your choice. Jot it down in b/p. Link to L 3 • Discuss with your neighbour, ‘Which is the least serious challenge that Elizabeth faces? ’ Give two reasons for your choice. Jot it down in b/p. Link to L 3

Elizabeth’s challenges – prosperity and marriage L. O. to develop an understanding of why creating an effective economy and marriage were problematic for Elizabeth. Why was Elizabeth in a weak position in 1558?

Read p 26 – 28 and complete the tables showing her problems and it possible how she overcame them. Problem 5: Femininity What was the problem in 1558? What were the choices on offer to Elizabeth? How great was the problem? (two reasons) How was the problem overcome? Problem 6: Legitimacy What was the problem in 1558? What were the choices on offer to Elizabeth? How great was the problem? (two reasons) What was the problem in 1558? How was the problem Problem 8: Creating peace and prosperity overcome? What was the problem in 1558? What were the choices on offer to Elizabeth? How great was the problem? (two reasons) How was the problem overcome? Problem 7: Marriage and succession

Make a Spider diagram showing Elizabeth’s problems Femininity: Why did the Tudors think that women would make poor rulers? How could Elizabeth resolve this problem? Legitimacy: Why did Catholics think that Elizabeth was illegitimate? Who did the Catholics was to replace Elizabeth with? What could Elizabeth do to resolve this problem?

Make a spider diagram showing Elizabeth’s problems Marriage and the succession: What would be the advantages of marrying? What would be the disadvantages of marrying a foreigner? What would be the disadvantages of marrying an English nobleman? Why did Elizabeth want an heir to the throne?

Prosperity: How secure was the food supply in Elizabethan England? What was the impact of famine in England? Why did food prices rise in Elizabeth’s reign?

Thinking it through 1. Which was the greatest problem that Elizabeth faced: a) Femininity b) Lack of legitimacy c) Marriage and succession d) Creating prosperity? 2 reasons 2. Explain how they link together. Find 4 links. 3. Which problem do you think Elizabeth had the least control over? Give two reasons.

Homework: Financial weakness Religious division Legitimacy Creating wealth and prosperity Marriage and succession Challenge from abroad Doubts about female ruler Choosing her councillors Overall, what was Elizabeth’s greatest problem when she became Queen in 1558? 4 reasons

L 5 Exam Question Homework Explain why being a woman was a problem for Elizabeth. Question 2: Explain why…(12 marks – 18 mins) [POINT] One reason why…(WFTQ)…is… [EVIDENCE] Evidence to support this is… [EXPLAIN] This meant that…. because… Therefore… [POINT] The final reason why…(WFTQ)…is… [EVIDENCE] Evidence to support this is… [EXPLAIN] This meant that…. because… Therefore… [CONCLUSION] In conclusion, the most important reason why …. WFTQ…was…