George I: The First Hanoverian King of Great Britain

Question 1

Which of these events took place during the reign of King George I?

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South Sea Bubble

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Jacobite Rebellion of 1715

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Battle of Blenheim

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War of the Austrian Succession

Question 2

What was George I's birth name?

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George Ludwig

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George Augustus

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George William

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George Frederick

Question 3

How did George I become king of Great Britain?

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He inherited the throne through the Act of Settlement

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He was elected by Parliament

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He married Queen Anne

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He won a war of succession

Question 4

Which political party gained prominence during George I's reign?

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The Whigs

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The Tories

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The Labour Party

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The Liberal Party

Question 5

What was the Jacobite Rebellion of 1715?

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An uprising against George I's rule by supporters of the exiled Stuart dynasty

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A war between Great Britain and France

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A conflict between the Whigs and Tories

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A religious revolt

Question 6

How did George I's reign impact the development of the British monarchy?

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It diminished the king's political power

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It strengthened the monarchy's authority

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It led to the establishment of a constitutional monarchy

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It had no significant impact

Question 7

Which of the following statements best summarizes the historical importance of George I's reign?

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It saw the emergence of a new dynasty and the strengthening of Parliament

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It marked the beginning of a stable and prosperous period for Great Britain

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It was a time of significant political and economic turmoil

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It was a period of stagnation and decline

Question 8

Why did Great Britain participate in the War of the Spanish Succession during George I's reign?

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To prevent a single power from dominating Europe and maintain a balance of power.

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To gain control of Spanish colonies and expand the British Empire.

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To support the claims of the Austrian Habsburgs to the Spanish throne.

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To protect British trade interests in the Mediterranean Sea.

Question 9

What was the primary reason for George I's accession to the British throne?

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The Act of Settlement (1701)

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His close familial ties to the Stuart monarchy

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His military prowess

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His popularity among the British populace

Question 10

Which political party rose to prominence during George I's reign?

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Whig Party

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Tory Party

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Labour Party

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Social Democratic Party

Question 11

What was the significance of the Jacobite Rebellion of 1715 in relation to George I's rule?

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It posed a serious threat to George I's authority

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It led to the establishment of a Scottish parliament

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It had minimal impact on British history

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It resulted in the execution of prominent Jacobite leaders

Question 12

Which of the following was NOT a key objective of George I's foreign policy?

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Expanding British territories in Europe

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Preserving peace with France

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Supporting Protestant states in the Holy Roman Empire

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Encouraging British trade expansion

Question 13

What was the primary cause of the South Sea Bubble financial crisis that occurred during George I's reign?

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Excessive speculation in the South Sea Company

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A sudden decline in the value of the British pound

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A war with France

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A plague outbreak in London

Question 14

Which of the following is considered a significant achievement of George I's reign?

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The creation of the Bank of England

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The defeat of the Jacobite Rebellion

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The expansion of the British Empire

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The introduction of universal suffrage

Question 15

Which event occurred shortly after George I's death?

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The accession of George II

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The Jacobite Rebellion of 1745

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The War of the Austrian Succession

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The American Revolution

Question 16

How did George I's limited English skills impact the development of British constitutional monarchy?

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Parliament gained more power as George I relied on them for governance.

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The monarchy's military power increased due to George I's army expansion.

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George I created a cabinet system that strengthened the monarchy and weakened Parliament.

Question 17

In which year did George I become king of Great Britain?

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1714

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1702

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1727

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1737

Question 18

Which political party gained prominence and influence during George I's reign?

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Whigs

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Tories

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Jacobites

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Labour Party

Question 19

What was the name of the rebellion against George I's rule in 1715?

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The Jacobite Rebellion

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The Hanoverian Rebellion

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The Whig Rebellion

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The Stuart Rebellion

Question 20

Which of the following events did NOT occur during George I's reign?

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The Battle of Trafalgar

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The War of Spanish Succession

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The South Sea Bubble

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The Jacobite Rebellion

Question 21

What was the preferred residence of George I in England?

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Kensington Palace

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Buckingham Palace

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St. James's Palace

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Windsor Castle

Question 22

Which of the following personality traits describes George I?

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Reserved and quiet

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Extravagant and outgoing

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Brilliant and intellectual

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Charismatic and popular

Question 23

Who was George I's eldest son and heir who died before his father?

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Frederick, Prince of Wales

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George II

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William, Duke of Gloucester

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Henry, Duke of Cumberland

Question 24

Describe the primary impact of George I's reign on the British monarchy.

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He laid the foundations for a stable and prosperous Hanoverian dynasty.

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He was a weak and ineffective king.

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He was a great military leader who won many victories.

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He was a beloved monarch who was mourned by all.

Question 25

What was the main effect of the Septennial Act passed in 1715?

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It extended the maximum duration of Parliament from three years to seven years.

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It introduced the secret ballot in parliamentary elections.

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It gave the monarch the right to dissolve Parliament at will.

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It abolished the House of Lords.

Question 26

What were the main causes and consequences of the South Sea Bubble?

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Government borrowing, speculative trading, and widespread panic

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High inflation, low unemployment, and economic growth

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War with Spain, Jacobite Rebellion, and religious persecution

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Scientific Revolution, Enlightenment, and the rise of the middle class

Question 27

In what year did George I become king of Great Britain?

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1714

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1702

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1720

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1727

Question 28

Which of the following events did NOT occur during George I's reign?

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The American Revolution

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The South Sea Bubble

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The Jacobite Rebellion of 1715

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The War of the Austrian Succession

Question 29

What was George I's first language?

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German

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English

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French

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Latin

Question 30

Which political party gained significant power during George I's reign?

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The Whigs

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The Tories

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The Labour Party

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The Conservatives

Question 31

Who was George I's primary minister for most of his reign?

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Robert Walpole

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Sir Robert Peel

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William Pitt the Elder

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Benjamin Disraeli

Question 32

Which of the following was NOT a legacy of George I's reign?

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The development of the Industrial Revolution

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The establishment of the Hanoverian dynasty

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The strengthening of the Whig Party

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The creation of the British Empire

Question 33

What was the main consequence of the South Sea Bubble?

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It led to a major economic crisis in Britain.

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It strengthened the British economy.

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It caused the collapse of the Whig Party.

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It had no significant impact on British history.

Question 34

Who was the immediate predecessor of George I as the monarch of Great Britain?

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Queen Anne

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King George II

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King James II

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King William III

Question 35

Which political party emerged as the dominant force during the reign of George I?

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Whig Party

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Tory Party

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Liberal Party

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Labour Party

Question 36

Which treaty brought an end to the War of the Spanish Succession?

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Treaty of Utrecht

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Treaty of Versailles

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Treaty of Paris

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Treaty of Westphalia

Question 37

Which of the following was NOT a significant challenge encountered by George I during his reign?

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Unprecedented economic prosperity

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Jacobite Rebellion

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Financial instability

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Religious conflicts

Question 38

What is regarded as the most significant legacy of George I's reign?

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Establishing the Hanoverian dynasty in Great Britain

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Expanding British territories overseas

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Patronizing the arts and sciences

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Improving the British economy

Question 39

Which factors contributed to the growth of British trade and commerce under George I, and what were their lasting impacts?

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Increased exports to the Americas

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Growth in banking and finance

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Decline in domestic manufacturing

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Technological advancements in agriculture

Question 40

How did the Jacobite rebellions of 1715 and 1745 highlight the political divisions and power struggles during George I's reign?

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They showed widespread support for the former Stuart dynasty and discontent with the Protestant Hanoverian succession.

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They were isolated events with little impact on the stability of George I's reign.

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They were mainly driven by religious differences between Catholics and Protestants.

Question 41

Who was George I's father?

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Ernest Augustus, Elector of Hanover

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George Louis, Duke of Brunswick-Lüneburg

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Louis XIV, King of France

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Frederick William I, King of Prussia

Question 42

In which year did George I ascend to the British throne?

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1714

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1745

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1727

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1707

Question 43

Which political party emerged as the dominant force during George I's reign?

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Whig Party

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Tory Party

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Labour Party

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Jacobite Party

Question 44

What was the name of the rebellion that occurred in 1715 during George I's reign?

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Jacobite Rebellion

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Jacobite Invasion

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Jacobite Uprising

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Glorious Revolution

Question 45

Who succeeded George I as the King of Great Britain?

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George II

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Frederick, Prince of Wales

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James II

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William III

Question 46

Which of the following would NOT be considered a key aspect of George I's character?

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Extroverted

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Reserved

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Intelligent

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Pragmatic

Question 47

What was George I's primary concern and focus throughout his reign?

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Foreign affairs and diplomacy

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Religious matters

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Domestic policy

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Patronage of the arts

Question 48

Which of the following is a significant consequence of George I's reign?

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The establishment of the Hanoverian dynasty in Great Britain

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The outbreak of the French Revolution

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The loss of the American colonies

Question 49

Why did George I become King of Great Britain in 1714?

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He was the closest Protestant relative to Queen Anne.

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He was chosen by Parliament to be the next king.

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He won a war against the Stuarts who also claimed the throne.

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He was a popular figure in England and supported by the people.

Question 50

What was the 'South Sea Bubble' during George I's reign?

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A financial crisis that highlighted problems in the British economy.

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A social movement fighting for equal wealth distribution.

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A successful investment plan that boosted the British economy.

Question 51

Which of these did NOT happen during George I's reign?

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A time of religious unity and acceptance.

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The Whig party gaining more power and influence.

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Serious economic problems and financial crises.

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Several rebellions challenging his rule.

Question 52

How was George I's approach to foreign affairs different from previous rulers?

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He focused on Europe, especially his lands in Hanover.

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He aimed to expand British colonies overseas.

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He prioritized peace and stability within Britain and Ireland.

Question 53

What was a significant impact of George I's reign on British society?

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The development of a government system based on political parties and Parliament's power.

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An era of economic success and widespread improvement in social standing.

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A major decline in religious intolerance and the rise of secularism.

Question 54

What was the significance of George I establishing the 'Royal Academy of Arts'?

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It showed his support for the arts and cultural growth.

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It was a symbolic gesture with little real impact.

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It was a political strategy to gain support from artists and intellectuals.