A Long and Illustrious History
When did the Spanish Armada attempt to invade England?
A1485
B1605
C1588 ✓
D1536
Answer & explanation
The correct answer is 1588.
The Spanish Armada was sent by Philip II of Spain to invade England in 1588. The English fleet, commanded by Sir Francis Drake, helped defeat it — the storms also played a major role in destroying the Armada.
This is one of 767 free Life in the UK test questions on Pass the UK Test. It is taken from A Long and Illustrious History and covers spanish armada, 1588, elizabeth i. Every answer is based on the official Life in the United Kingdom handbook. Browse all questions or take a free mock test.
mediumspanish armada1588elizabeth i
Test yourself on this topic
Earn XP and track your progress