Question

Discuss the tensions between England and Spain, explaining why Spain wanted war with England.

Answer 1

Tensions built between Spain and England over the course of Elizabeth I's reign. 
Religious differences: Philip II of Spain wanted England, along with all Protestant countries, to return to the Roman Catholic faith 

Answer 2

They believed Queen Elizabeth usurped the throne and since she was Crotestant and Spain was Catholic, they didn't know get along very well.