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Why was the Elizabethan era called the golden age?

The Elizabethan era is the period of English history when Queen Elizabeth I ruled
England (1558-1603). This era is often considered the "Golden Age" of England
because it was a time of immense progress, stability, and national pride. During
Elizabeth's reign, England flourished politically and economically.

Shakespeare's influence on the English language

His works contributed significantly to the standardization of grammar, spelling,


and vocabulary. Shakespeare introduced 1,700 original words into the
language, many of which we still use (despite significant changes to the
language since Shakespeare's time).

Why did Queen Elizabeth like Shakespeare?

Shakespeare's company was often asked to go and do performances at court, so


Queen Elizabeth certainly knew of his work very well and made several requests
for specific plays that she liked.

What impact did Queen Elizabeth have on Shakespeare?


Elizabeth valued and supported the theater. She invited Shakespeare on
numerous occasions to perform for her at court. Her support was highly
valuable for Shakespeare and contributed to his success in London.

What did Shakespeare do during the Elizabethan era?


William Shakespeare was an English writer who was regarded as one of the
best writers during the Elizabethan era. Shakespeare is known for many of his
poems and plays that he wrote. Historically women weren't regarded equally
as men were.

How does Shakespeare relate to the Elizabethan era?


Shakespeare lived from 1567 to 1616. Scholars and historians often refer to
him being a part of the Elizabethan Era, the period of English history during
the reign of Queen Elizabeth I, which lasted from 1558 - 1603, and was itself
part of the larger Tudor Period.

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