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The English Language developed from a West Germanic language, which originated from the Anglo-Frisian dialects. This was concidered Old English.
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In the 11th century William the Conqueror, conquered England. He brought with him the French language. The upper class started using French and the lower classes spoke English. In the 14th century English became the primary language, with some French words mixed in. This became known as Middle English.
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The English language changed and people started shortening vowels. England was influenced by many other countries and new words and phrases started to be used. Printing was invented and books became available to more people. The dialect of London became the common form of English. The first English dictionary was printed in 1604.
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Queen Elizabeth was born on 1533, in Greenwhich Palace. She was named after both her grandmothers. She was the 2nd child of Henry VIII, and her mother was Henry's 2nd wife. She was next in line for the throne.
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Ann, Elizabeth's mother, was executed, which made Elizabeth's chance at the throne small.
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Queen Ellizabeth became Queen in 1953 when her sister died. Elizabeth was 25 years old. She ruled untill her death. She was the 5th and last ruler of the Tudor dynasty.
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William's birthday is not known but it is believed to be around April 23, 1564.
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This is the date when he was baptized.
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In 1582 Shakespeare married Anne Hathaway (not the one we know of today) of Stratford.
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Susanna was his first child
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Hamnet and Judith Shakespeare were born two years after Shakespear's wedding.
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Queen Elizabeth died a virgin.
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Shakespare was 52 years old when he died. He died on his supposed birthday.
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Many new words were added to the English language during this period. Words to describe technology and words brought by different cultures were added during this time.
