Question

. At the beginning of the seventeenth century, English Puritan discontent was increased by

A.the suppression of English Catholics.
B.the end of rule by the Stuarts.
C.the rising influence of Quakers within the English church.
D.Queen Elizabeth’s promotion of English theater.
E.the death of Queen Elizabeth.

Answer 1

Answer: E.the death of Queen Elizabeth

Explanation: Puritanism is a term used to describe a religious movement of persons in England aimed "purging" or "purifying" the Church of England ( Anglican Church) of the remnants of the Roman Catholic church they clearly wants the Church of England "purified" of the influence of the Pope. Their discontent against the Roman Catholic Church was increased by the death of the Queen,this movement took place during the 16th and 17th century.