The End of the Reconquista (1492)
What was the main goal of the Reconquista in the Iberian Peninsula?
To recapture the territory that was under the control of the Muslim Moors.
When did the Catholic Monarchs take the lead?
1492
Who did Charles V live with?
With his sisters Mary,Eleanor and Isabella
What year did the Spanish Armada set sail to invade England?
1588
Who were Philip II's parents?
Philip II was the son of Holy Roman Emperor Charles V and Isabella of Portugal
How long did the Reconquista in the Iberian Peninsula last?
It was a centuries-long effort, spanning from the early conflicts in the 8th century to its culmination with the capture of Granada in 1492, marking the end of Muslim presence on the peninsula.
What did Jews face during the Catholic Monarch's reign?
Discrimination
When did Charles V become the Holy Roman Emperor?
In 1519
Who was the English monarch during the Spanish Armada conflict?
Queen Elizabeth I
When did Philip II become the King of Spain, and what was the reason for his ascension to the throne?
Philip II became the King of Spain in 1556, following the abdication of his father, Charles V.
Who played a pivotal role in stopping the advance of the Almoravids in Spain, and when did they capture the city of Valencia?
The famous Christian military hero, El Cid, played a pivotal role in stopping the Almoravids' advance, capturing the city of Valencia in 1094.
Who was fighting for the Spanish throne in the succession war?
The Bourbons
What empires did Charles V have?
Spain , the Spanish Nether and territories in the New World, such as Mexico, Peru and the Caribbean
Who was the commander of the Spanish Armada?
Duke of Medina Sidonia
What role did Philip Il play in the Spanish Inquisition?
He supported and expanded its reach to maintain Catholic orthodoxy in his kingdoms and all Spanish territories.
When was the Reconquest of Spain completed, and which Christian monarchs were responsible for it?
The Reconquest of Spain was completed in 1492 with the Catholic Monarchs, Ferdinand II of Aragon and Isabella I of Castile.
Where were the Castile and Aragon kingdoms located?
Iberian peninsula
In what century did Charles V preside over a major territorial expansion?
In the 16th century
After the defeat of the Spanish Armada, which country emerged as the dominant naval power in Europe?
England
What were some of the key accomplishments and initiatives of Philip II during his reign, both in terms of architecture and religion?
Some of the key accomplishments and initiatives of Philip II during his reign included strengthening the Spanish Empire, overseeing the construction of the Escorial (a grand palace and monastery near Madrid), commissioning works of art and architecture, and establishing the Spanish Inquisition, which aimed to root out heresy and enforce Catholic orthodoxy.
What significant change occurred with the fall of Granada in relation to the Muslim population in Spain?
With the fall of Granada, Muslims were no longer allowed to practice their religion openly and were forced to either convert to Christianity or leave Spain.
What did Ferdinand's and Isabella's reign make stronger?
The power of the central government
Did Charles V expand to America, transforming it into a global superpower?
Yes, Charles V's actions helped shape the Spanish superpower.
What was the primary goal of the Spanish Armada's invasion plan in England?
Convert England to Catholicism
What was the purpose of the Spanish Inquisition?
The Spanish Inquisition's primary purpose was to maintain Catholic orthodoxy in the kingdoms of Ferdinand I of Aragon and Isabella I of Castile