The Spanish Armada is one of the most famous naval battles in history. In 1588, the Spanish fleet set sail to invade England, but they were met with fierce resistance from the English navy. This quiz will test your knowledge of the events leading up to the battle, the tactics used by both sides, and the outcome of the conflict. Are you ready to test your knowledge of this historic event? Let's get started!
Who was the leader of the Spanish Armada?
King Philip II
Queen Elizabeth I
Sir Francis Drake
King James I
What was the main reason for the Spanish Armada's invasion of England?
To spread Catholicism
To conquer new territories
To establish trade routes
To seek revenge against England
How many ships were in the Spanish Armada?
130
158
200
250
Who was the English naval commander who defeated the Spanish Armada?
Sir Francis Drake
Sir Walter Raleigh
Sir John Hawkins
Sir Humphrey Gilbert
What was the name of the English ship that was set on fire and sent towards the Spanish Armada?
The Golden Hind
The Revenge
The Mary Rose
The San Juan de la Cruz
What was the name of the storm that destroyed many of the Spanish ships?
The Spanish Fury
The English Tempest
The Atlantic Hurricane
The Armada Storm
What was the name of the English fleet that pursued the Spanish Armada?
The Royal Navy
The English Armada
The Protestant Fleet
The Elizabethan Navy
What was the name of the English queen who was the target of the Spanish Armada?
Queen Mary I
Queen Elizabeth I
Queen Anne
Queen Victoria
What was the name of the English naval tactic used against the Spanish Armada?
The Line of Battle
The Circle of Death
The Hammer and Anvil
The Pincer Movement
What was the outcome of the Spanish Armada?
Spanish victory
English victory
Draw
Treaty of peace
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