Why was the world 'Opening Up' to the Elizabeth I and her people?

History

What religion was Spain in the Elizabethan period?

Which king pronounced himself king of Ireland?

Which country to Elizabeth seek greater trading connections and alliances against Spain with?

Was the Elizabethan colony of Roanoke a success?

What religion was most of the Irish population?

In which area of Ireland was Hugh O'Neill a leader?

Descendants of the Gaelic Chiefs in Ireland

Which foreign nation also sent troops to Ireland?