Multiple choice general knowledge history

Which British Explorer was a courtier to Elizabeth-I as well as an author and poet?

  1. Francis Drake

  2. John Oxley

  3. Sir Walter Raleigh

  4. Ranulph Fiennes
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Sir Walter Raleigh was a prominent figure at Queen Elizabeth I's court, known for his poetry (including 'The Nymph's Reply to the Shepherd') and historical works. He organized expeditions to the Americas and was a favorite of the Queen.

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