What can you tell me about the English Renaissance?

I have to do an oral on the English Renaissance and I need some help. I've been researching for hours!

I need to answer 4 main questions:

1. HISTORICAL CONTEXT (MAJOR EVENTS/CHANGES)

2. How does 1 + 2 affect a) Style b) Intention c) Language

3. Example of work that represents this period

4. What does this literacy period represent, and characteristics

I also should, or can, make mention to William Shakespeare. I don't want a bibliography of him, i just need to know how he fitted into this period and a little about his work.

To give you an idea of what i already know, is that the Renaissance was the "rebirth" of music, art and literature. It was also when Humanism began, which is the emphasis on the individual instead of a superior being. It had just come out the 'Middle Ages' which focused heavily on God and the church. Also, for the "work" to represent this period, what do you think of the Mona Lisa? As it was painted during the Renaissance and represents Humanism because she was an individual, and it wasn't an angel or saint like all the art painted during the Middle Ages, so what do you think?

Please help me on the other questions too? I would love you forever <3