Social issues Elizabethan era

What was the weather and harvest like in the first three years of Elizabeth's reign?

The weather was good and there was a record harvest. Everyone thought that this was a sign from God

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In which year was the Stock Exchange created in London?

1565

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What was the 1572 Vagabonds Act?

It was an act that punished any homeless beggars. Repeat offenders could be fined, whipped, branded, and executed

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The Poor Act was an early poor law that created Houses of Correction. In which year was it passed?

1575

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What were the 1601 Poor Laws?

The laws were no longer about the punishment of the poor- instead, local parishes/areas are in charge of looking after the poor and supporting them

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In which year was the Stock Exchange created in London?

1565

What was the 1572 Vagabonds Act?

The Poor Act was an early poor law that created Houses of Correction. In which year was it passed?

What were the 1601 Poor Laws?

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