Who is more Machiavellian Elizabeth I or Phillip II of Spain?

Question

I have to write this paper on who is more Machiavellian. I need a thesis and outline on how it should be

Answer 1

Elizabeth used people in subtle ways. Phillip was more the direct sort. He tried to encourage rebellions, and unrest, but Elizabeth was always one step ahead. She jailed her cousin, Mary, who was her closest relative. She kept men in her court thinking she might marry them. She changed favorites like Raleigh. Those are the themes, I would discuss.