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Why The Queen Elizabeth I was known as the early modern period?

Queen Elizabeth I, who reigned from 1558 to 1603, is often associated with the early modern period due to her significant contributions to the cultural, political, and economic landscape of England. Her reign marked the flourishing of the English Renaissance, characterized by advancements in literature, art, and exploration, exemplified by figures like William Shakespeare and Sir Francis Drake. Additionally, Elizabeth's establishment of the Protestant Church of England and her diplomatic strategies helped consolidate national identity and stability during a time of religious and political upheaval. Together, these elements define the early modern period as a transformative era in English history.

What does fudge on your taxes mean?

'to fudge' means

  1. to give unclear information about something. "That politician always fudges the issues."
  2. (US) to cheat a little, often by not telling the whole truth, e.g. by 'accidentally' forgetting to declare certain income. "I don't know how he gets away with it! He boasts that he always fudges his annual tax return!"

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How do you get the answer to life the universe and everything?

According to Douglas Adams, the answer is 42.

however, the answer above only tells you what it is, not how to get it, so i shall tell you now. first, build a mega-computer the size of a city, name it Deep Thought, and ask it. wait thousands of years, at least, and have it tell you.

What are bangers in UK?

* Bangers is a nick name for sausages. * Old cars are also called Bangers, in fact there are many 'Banger' tracks up and down the country where Bangers are raced. * There is a firework called a banger, nothing fancy it just goes off with a BANG.

What are three other aspects of British Romanticism other than mystical or supernatural?

The French Revolution: Apocalyptic Expectations

The Gothic

The Satanic and Byronic Hero

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