Magna Carta: A Cornerstone of Constitutional Law

Question 1

Who was compelled to sign the Magna Carta?

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King John

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King Henry II

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King Edward I

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King Richard the Lionheart

Question 2

What event precipitated the signing of the Magna Carta?

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The First Barons' War

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The Battle of Hastings

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The Norman Conquest

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The War of the Roses

Question 3

Which of the following is NOT a principle established by the Magna Carta?

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Freedom of speech

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Due process of law

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Habeas corpus

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Trial by jury

Question 4

How did the Magna Carta shape the development of constitutional law in England?

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It established the concept of a monarchy with limited powers.

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It created a separate set of laws for the aristocracy.

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It granted absolute authority to Parliament.

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It abolished the feudal system.

Question 5

What does the term 'habeas corpus' refer to?

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The right to a fair trial

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The right to bear arms

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The right to freedom of speech

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The right to vote

Question 6

Which country was influenced by the principles enshrined in the Magna Carta?

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United States

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France

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Russia

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China

Question 7

How does the Magna Carta enshrine the principle of due process in the English legal system?

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It guarantees that individuals cannot be deprived of life, liberty, or property without a fair trial and legal representation.

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It restricts the monarch's power to levy taxes without the consent of the people.

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It establishes the right to freedom of speech and assembly.

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It creates a separation of powers between the monarch, the church, and the courts.

Question 8

Which provision in the Magna Carta established the principle that no one should be deprived of life, liberty, or property without a fair trial?

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No one shall be imprisoned, exiled, or deprived of their property without a lawful trial or by the law of the land.

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Taxes shall not be levied without the consent of the Great Council.

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The king shall not delay or deny justice to anyone.

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The Magna Carta applies to all people living in England, regardless of their social status.

Question 9

Which primary factor led King John's barons to revolt against him?

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Excessive taxation and infringements on their privileges

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Unfair treatment of the nobility

Question 10

Which of the following provisions is NOT included in the Magna Carta?

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Universal suffrage

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Right to a fair trial

Question 11

Who, serving as the Archbishop of Canterbury, played a crucial role in the creation of the Magna Carta?

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Stephen Langton

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Thomas Becket

Question 12

What was the primary objective of the Magna Carta?

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To limit the power of the king

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To create a new system of government

Question 13

What were the key factors that prompted the creation and signing of the Magna Carta?

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Discontent among powerful barons over King John's oppressive rule

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A series of peasant revolts against King John's authority

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A dispute between King John and the Archbishop of Canterbury over church leadership appointments

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The threat of a French invasion on English territory

Question 14

Which of the following is NOT a key provision of the Magna Carta?

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The king is above the law

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The king cannot imprison or punish anyone without a trial

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All individuals are subject to the law

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The king must consult with the Great Council before levying taxes

Question 15

Who led the barons who compelled King John to sign the Magna Carta?

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Robert Fitzwalter

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William Marshal

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Simon de Montfort

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Thomas Becket

Question 16

In what year was the Magna Carta signed?

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1215

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1209

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1225

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1235

Question 17

Which modern-day principle can be traced back to the Magna Carta?

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The right to a fair trial

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The right to vote

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The right to bear arms

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The right to free expression

Question 18

How did the Magna Carta affect the relationship between the monarch and their subjects?

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It restricted the king's authority

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It gave the king total power

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It established a system of checks and balances

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It created a military dictatorship

Question 19

Precisely when was the Magna Carta signed?

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1215

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1205

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1225

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1235

Question 20

Which provision was NOT included in the Magna Carta?

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Divine right of kings

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Habeas corpus

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Trial by jury

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Due process of law

Question 21

Who was the English king that reluctantly signed the Magna Carta?

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King John

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Richard the Lionheart

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Henry III

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Edward I

Question 22

Which of the following is widely considered the most significant impact of the Magna Carta?

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Establishment of a constitutional monarchy

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Abolition of feudalism

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Guarantee of religious freedom

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Unification of England

Question 23

In what fundamental way did the Magna Carta contribute to the development of constitutional law?

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It limited the power of the monarchy and established the rule of law.

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It established the concept of natural rights.

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It created a system of representative government.

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It abolished the feudal system.

Question 24

Which modern-day principle finds its roots in the Magna Carta?

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Right to a fair trial

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Freedom of speech

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Presumption of innocence

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Right to bear arms

Question 25

Which provision is NOT included in the Magna Carta?

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Complete abolition of the feudal system

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Protection against unlawful imprisonment

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Limits on the king's authority

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Establishment of trial by a jury of peers

Question 26

Who was the English king forced to sign the Magna Carta in 1215?

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King John

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Richard the Lionheart

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Edward I

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Henry II

Question 27

Which of the following is considered a long-term impact of the Magna Carta?

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Foundation for the development of constitutional law

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End of feudalism

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Establishment of a republic in England

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Formation of an elected Parliament

Question 28

Which of the following directly led to the barons' revolt against King John?

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Abuse of royal power

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Excessive taxation

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Foreign invasion

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Economic crisis

Question 29

What does the Latin phrase 'habeas corpus' in the Magna Carta mean?

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To be released

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To have a body

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To be heard

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To be represented

Question 30

What was the Archbishop of Canterbury's role in the signing of the Magna Carta?

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He mediated between the king and the barons.

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He refused to sign the document.

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He led the barons' rebellion.

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He was not involved in the negotiations.

Question 31

Which English king was compelled to sign the Magna Carta in 1215?

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King John

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Henry II

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Richard the Lionheart

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Edward I

Question 32

What primarily prompted the drafting of the Magna Carta?

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недовольство правлением короля Джона и чрезмерными налогами

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стремление установить конституционную монархию

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восстание под руководством архиепископа Кентерберийского

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угроза вторжения из Франции

Question 33

In what ways did the Magna Carta influence the evolution of English law and constitutionalism?

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Установил принцип верховенства закона

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Создал парламент с законодательными полномочиями

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Отменил феодализм в Англии

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Guaranteed freedom of speech and religion

Question 34

What was the purpose of the 1225 reissue of the Magna Carta?

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Clarified and expanded the provisions of the original charter

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Revoked the original charter and replaced it with a new document

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Extended the rights granted in the charter to all English citizens

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Abolished the monarchy and established a republic

Question 35

In what way does the Magna Carta reflect the changing relationship between the monarchy and its subjects in medieval England?

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Limited the power of the monarchy and established the rights of individuals

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Strengthened the monarchy and suppressed dissent

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Had no impact on the relationship between the monarchy and its subjects

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Abolished the monarchy and established a feudal system

Question 36

Which provision of the Magna Carta established the principle that no person could be imprisoned without due process of law?

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No free man shall be imprisoned without due process of law

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The king's power was absolute

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All laws must be approved by Parliament

Question 37

Who was the English monarch who signed the Magna Carta in 1215?

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King John

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Elizabeth I

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Henry VIII

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William the Conqueror

Question 38

What major event immediately preceded the signing of the Magna Carta?

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A rebellion by barons against King John

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A papal decree

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A successful invasion by the French

Question 39

What was a key impact of the Magna Carta on the development of constitutional law?

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It established the principle that the king was subject to the law

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It established a democratic Parliament

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It abolished the feudal system

Question 40

How did the Magna Carta influence the development of legal systems in other countries?

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It provided a model for the development of constitutional law in other nations

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It led to the establishment of the Roman legal system

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It had no influence on other legal systems

Question 41

What was the primary objective of the Magna Carta?

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To limit the power of the king

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To establish a new form of government

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To grant land to the barons

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To end the feudal system

Question 42

What was a limitation of the Magna Carta?

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It did not apply equally to all people

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It was never enforced

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It was too complex to be understood

Question 43

Which fundamental principle of modern democracy can be traced back to the Magna Carta?

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The rule of law

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A multi-party system

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Guaranteed freedom of speech

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The abolition of the monarchy

Question 44

Which of the following **is NOT** a key provision of the Magna Carta?

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Trial by Ordeal

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Habeas corpus

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Protection against excessive fines

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Due process of law

Question 45

In what year was the Magna Carta sealed?

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1215

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1199

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1250

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1300

Question 46

Who was the English king who reluctantly sealed the Magna Carta?

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King John

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King Richard the Lionheart

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King Edward I

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King Henry VIII

Question 47

Which of the following concepts was influenced by the Magna Carta?

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Rule of Law

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Divine Right of Kings

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Feudalism

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Absolutism

Question 48

What type of document is the Magna Carta?

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Charter

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Constitution

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Edict

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Law

Question 49

Which rebellious baron played a prominent role in pressuring King John to seal the Magna Carta?

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Robert Fitzwalter

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William Marshal

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Hubert de Burgh

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Ranulf de Glanville

Question 50

What was the significance of the Magna Carta in the development of constitutional law?

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It established the principle that even the monarch is subject to the law

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It introduced the idea of a representative assembly

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It abolished feudalism