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The Pursuit of Marriage: Analyzing Elizabeth I's Suitors

Explore the motivations behind marriage in the time of Queen Elizabeth I. In groups, you’ll assume the roles of Elizabeth and her suitors: Christopher Hatton, Philip II, the Duke of Alençon, and Robert Dudley. Each suitor will present their case for marriage, highlighting their strengths and weaknesses. Following the presentations, you will write a letter either explaining to a disappointed suitor why you can't marry him or advocating for your own worthiness as a candidate. Engaging in this simulation will enhance your understanding of Elizabethan politics and personal relationships.

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The Pursuit of Marriage: Analyzing Elizabeth I's Suitors

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  1. starter activity Why do people like these get married?

  2. Improving your status Love Money Family or friends advise you to Start a family

  3. Why would the young Elizabeth want to get married?

  4. Who should the Queen marry? Assessing the strengths and weaknesses of Elizabeth I’s suitors

  5.  Your task • Work in groups of 5. One of you in the group will be Queen Elizabeth, the others will be one of her suitors either: • Christopher Hatton • Philip II • The Duke of Alencon • Robert Dudley. • Each suitor will have 2 minutes to make their case and then the Queen will decide who should win her hand in marriage.

  6. Philip II Sir Christopher Hatton Francois, Duke of Alencon Sir Robert Dudley

  7.  Your task • Either: • Write a letter to one of your disappointed candidates explaining why you can’t marry him • Write a letter as one of the suitors explaining why you think the Queen should marry you

  8. Why did Elizabeth I consider marrying Philip II

  9. Read ‘Changing Minds’, p. 57 and create a Word table similar to the one below. Finally, underneath write down what you think she should do.  Your task

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