6th Grade: Test Your Memory By Taking This World History Quiz!

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    Who did Philip want to remove from the English throne?

    • Edward VI
    • Elizabeth I
    • Henry VIII
    • Mary
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The Spanish Armada was a fleet of ships. The Armada's mission was to sail to Gravelines in Flanders and transport an army commanded by the Duke of Parma across the Channel to England. The mission eventually failed. The Armada was sent by King Philip II of Spain and was supported by the Catholic Church. Do you know your history?

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  • 2. 

    Philip also wanted revenge on which Englishman?

    • John Hawkins

    • Sir Francis Drake

    • Sir Philip Sidney

    • Sir Walter Raleigh

    Correct Answer
    A. Sir Francis Drake
    Explanation
    Philip wanted revenge on Sir Francis Drake because Drake had attacked and plundered Spanish ships and settlements, including Philip's own colonies in the Americas. This had caused significant economic losses for Philip and damaged his reputation as a powerful ruler. Seeking revenge, Philip commissioned the Spanish Armada to invade England in 1588, with the aim of overthrowing Queen Elizabeth I and punishing Drake for his actions.

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    Which King of Spain ordered the Armada to sail?

    • Alonso II

    • Carlos I

    • Ferdinand I

    • Philip II

    Correct Answer
    A. Philip II
    Explanation
    Philip II is the correct answer because he was the King of Spain who ordered the Armada to sail. The Spanish Armada was a fleet of ships sent by Philip II in 1588 with the intention of invading England and overthrowing Queen Elizabeth I. Despite its size and strength, the Armada was defeated by the English navy, marking a significant turning point in European history.

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    Which is not a reason for his hatred of Elizabeth?

    • Elizabeth was a Protestant

    • He believed that women were too weak to rule

    • He did not believe that she was the lawful queen

    • She had encouraged raids on Spanish ships

    Correct Answer
    A. He believed that women were too weak to rule
    Explanation
    The given answer states that the reason for his hatred of Elizabeth was that he believed women were too weak to rule. This suggests that the person's hatred towards Elizabeth was based on a sexist belief that women are incapable of effectively governing.

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    Which Admiral was the Armada's original commander?

    • Santa Clausio

    • Santa Cruz

    • Santa Dominguez

    • Santa Lopez

    Correct Answer
    A. Santa Cruz
    Explanation
    Santa Cruz is the correct answer because he was the original commander of the Armada. The other options, Santa Clausio, Santa Dominguez, and Santa Lopez, are not historically associated with the Armada or naval command.

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    The Armada eventually set out from which port?

    • Bilbao

    • Lisbon

    • Oporto

    • Santander

    Correct Answer
    A. Lisbon
    Explanation
    The Armada eventually set out from Lisbon.

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  • 7. 

    Elizabeth sent soldiers to help which country rebel against Spanish rule?

    • Italy

    • Netherlands

    • Peru

    • Portugal

    Correct Answer
    A. Netherlands
    Explanation
    Elizabeth sent soldiers to help the Netherlands rebel against Spanish rule. The Netherlands was under Spanish control during the 16th century, and the Dutch people were seeking independence. Elizabeth I of England, seeing an opportunity to weaken Spain, provided military support to the Dutch rebels. This assistance played a significant role in the eventual success of the Dutch Revolt and the establishment of the independent Dutch Republic.

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    The Armada sailed in which year?

    • 1568

    • 1578

    • 1588

    • 1598

    Correct Answer
    A. 1588
    Explanation
    The correct answer is 1588. This is the year in which the Armada sailed.

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    Philip II was the widower of which Queen?

    • Catherine of Aragon

    • Isabella of Spain

    • Mary Queen of Scots

    • Mary Tudor

    Correct Answer
    A. Mary Tudor
    Explanation
    Philip II was the widower of Mary Tudor. Mary Tudor, also known as Mary I of England, was the daughter of Henry VIII and Catherine of Aragon. She became queen after the death of her half-brother Edward VI. Mary Tudor married Philip II of Spain in 1554, but their marriage was short-lived as she died in 1558. Therefore, Philip II was her widower.

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    Before the Armada left, where did Drake carry out a daring attack on it?

    • Cadiz

    • Corunna

    • Gijon

    • Valencia

    Correct Answer
    A. Cadiz
    Explanation
    Drake carried out a daring attack on the Armada in Cadiz.

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