The Stuarts: A Comprehensive Guide for Year 6 History Students

Question 1

What was James I's response to the Gunpowder Plot?

Accepted Answer

He found out about the plot and had the plotters arrested.

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He helped the plotters and gave them weapons.

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He did not get involved in the plot.

Question 2

What was a key reason for the start of the English Civil War?

Accepted Answer

King Charles I raised taxes without Parliament's approval.

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The English people wanted a republic.

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The King wanted to make England a Catholic country.

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The English people were unhappy with the King's advisors.

Question 3

Why did the English Civil War begin?

Accepted Answer

The king wanted to raise money without Parliament's approval

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The king allowed people to practice different religions

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The king formed an alliance with France

Question 4

Which of these was **not** a major cause of the English Civil War?

Accepted Answer

Outside help from Spain

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Religious differences between Anglicans and Puritans

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Parliament's wish to reduce the king's power

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Economic hardship and social unrest

Question 5

Which event is most closely associated with the reign of King Charles I?

Accepted Answer

The Battle of Marston Moor

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The execution of Mary, Queen of Scots

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The Gunpowder Plot

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The Glorious Revolution

Question 6

Which of these was NOT a reason for the English Civil War?

Accepted Answer

Help from other countries

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Religious differences

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Economic problems

Question 7

During the English Civil War, who was executed for treason?

Accepted Answer

Charles I

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Oliver Cromwell

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James II

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William of Orange

Question 8

During the reign of King James I, which significant event occurred?

Accepted Answer

The Gunpowder Plot

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The execution of King Charles I

Question 9

What event marked the end of the Stuart dynasty's rule?

Accepted Answer

Glorious Revolution

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Execution of Charles I

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Restoration of Charles II

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Jacobite Rebellion of 1715

Question 10

What was the **immediate** cause of the English Civil War?

Accepted Answer

King Charles I's actions to govern without Parliament

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Religious differences

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Gaps between the rich and poor

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Involvement of other countries

Question 11

Which of these events occurred during the reign of King James II?

Accepted Answer

The Glorious Revolution

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The passing of the Bill of Rights

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The outbreak of the English Civil War

Question 12

Which of these events occurred during the reign of King James I?

Accepted Answer

The Gunpowder Plot

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The execution of King Charles I

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The Spanish Armada

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The Battle of Bosworth Field

Question 13

Who was the first Stuart king of England?

Accepted Answer

James I

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Charles I

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Charles II

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George I

Question 14

Who ascended to the English throne in 1603, following the passing of Queen Elizabeth I?

Accepted Answer

James I

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Charles I

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Charles II

Question 15

Who was the first Stuart king to rule England?

Accepted Answer

James I

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Charles I

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Charles II

Question 16

When did the Stuart dynasty come to an end?

Accepted Answer

During the Glorious Revolution

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When James II became king

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When Charles I was executed

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At the Battle of Marston Moor

Question 17

Which event triggered the outbreak of the English Civil War?

Accepted Answer

King Charles I's refusal to sign the Petition of Right

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King Charles I's execution

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The Glorious Revolution

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The Gunpowder Plot

Question 18

Which of the following was a key reason for the outbreak of the English Civil War?

Accepted Answer

Religious tensions between Protestants and Catholics

Accepted Answer

Increased authority of Parliament

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Execution of King Charles I

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Foreign involvement from France

Question 19

Which of these events occurred **after** the reign of King Charles I?

Accepted Answer

The Glorious Revolution

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The start of the English Civil War

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The execution of King Charles I

Question 20

Which of the following was NOT a cause of the English Civil War?

Accepted Answer

French invasion of England

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Religious disagreements

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Power struggles between the king and Parliament

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Economic factors, such as high taxes and inflation

Question 21

Which event directly resulted in the execution of King Charles I?

Accepted Answer

His trial and conviction for treason

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The Battle of Marston Moor

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The signing of the Petition of Right

Question 22

What led directly to the outbreak of the English Civil War?

Accepted Answer

The king's efforts to enforce religious uniformity

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The execution of King Charles I

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The Petition of Right

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The Gunpowder Plot

Question 23

Which event sparked the outbreak of the English Civil War?

Accepted Answer

The King asking for a new tax called 'ship money'

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King Charles I being executed

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Parliament passing the 'Petition of Right' law

Question 24

Who was the first Stuart king of England?

Accepted Answer

James I

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Charles I

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Charles II

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George I

Question 25

Who was executed during the English Civil War?

Accepted Answer

Charles I

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James I

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Charles II

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Oliver Cromwell

Question 26

Which Stuart king returned to the throne after the Commonwealth?

Accepted Answer

Charles II

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James I

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Charles I

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James II

Question 27

Who accepted the English throne after the Glorious Revolution?

Accepted Answer

William of Orange and Mary II

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Mary II and Anne

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Anne and George I

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George I and George II

Question 28

Which Stuart king was known as the 'Merry Monarch' and was a patron of the arts?

Accepted Answer

Charles II

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James I

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Charles I

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James II

Question 29

Who was the mistress of King Charles II?

Accepted Answer

Barbara Villiers

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Anne Hyde

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Catherine of Braganza

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Mary of Modena

Question 30

Which of the following was NOT an important event during James II's reign?

Accepted Answer

The Restoration

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The Monmouth Rebellion

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The Rye House Plot

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The Glorious Revolution

Question 31

What was the significance of the Bill of Rights?

Accepted Answer

It limited the powers of the monarchy and guaranteed certain rights

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It established a standing army

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It abolished the House of Lords

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It promoted religious freedom

Question 32

Who was the first Stuart king of England?

Accepted Answer

James I

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Charles I

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Charles II

Question 33

Who won the Battle of Naseby?

Accepted Answer

Parliamentarians

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Royalists

Question 34

What was a key principle of the Glorious Revolution?

Accepted Answer

Limited monarchy

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Divine right of kings

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Republic without a monarch

Question 35

Which document limited the powers of the monarchy after the Glorious Revolution?

Accepted Answer

Bill of Rights

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Magna Carta

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Act of Union

Question 36

What was a long-term consequence of the English Civil War?

Accepted Answer

The strengthening of Parliament

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The establishment of a republic

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The decline of the English economy

Question 37

What was the attitude of most Puritans towards the Stuart monarchy?

Accepted Answer

Negative

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Positive

Question 38

Which of the following was NOT an attempt by James II to assert his authority?

Accepted Answer

Promoting religious toleration

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Suspending Parliament

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Establishing a standing army

Question 39

Who became the first Stuart king of England in 1603?

Accepted Answer

James VI of Scotland

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Charles I

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Charles II

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William III of Orange

Question 40

Which of these was NOT a factor that led to the English Civil War?

Accepted Answer

A Spanish invasion of England

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Religious differences between Protestants and Catholics

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King Charles I's belief in the divine right of kings

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A desire for greater representation in Parliament

Question 41

What was the main result of the Glorious Revolution in 1688?

Accepted Answer

James II was overthrown and replaced by William and Mary

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The Stuarts were restored to the throne

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The English Republic was established

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The Act of Toleration was passed

Question 42

Which Stuart king is known as the 'Merry Monarch'?

Accepted Answer

Charles II

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James I

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Charles I

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James II

Question 43

What was the significance of the Act of Toleration passed in 1689?

Accepted Answer

It granted religious freedom to Protestant Nonconformists

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It banned Catholics from holding public office

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It established the Church of England as the only legal religion

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It allowed Jews to live in England

Question 44

Who became the first Stuart king of England in 1603?

Accepted Answer

James I

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James II

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Charles I

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Charles II

Question 45

Who led the Parliamentarian army during the English Civil War?

Accepted Answer

Oliver Cromwell

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Thomas Fairfax

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John Pym

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Edward Hyde

Question 46

Who became king of England after the monarchy was restored in 1660?

Accepted Answer

Charles II

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Charles I

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James II

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William III

Question 47

What was the main reason for the Glorious Revolution of 1688?

Accepted Answer

King James II's attempts to strengthen Catholicism in England

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William of Orange's invasion of England

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The financial crisis caused by the French wars

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The death of Queen Anne without an heir

Question 48

What was a significant impact of the Stuart dynasty on English history?

Accepted Answer

They helped establish the principles of constitutional government.

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They established Protestantism as the official religion.

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They introduced the idea of absolute monarchy.

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They led England to great economic growth.

Question 49

What was the main aim of the Act of Toleration, passed in 1689?

Accepted Answer

To allow Protestant dissenters freedom to worship

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To establish the Church of England as the only legal religion

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To punish Catholics and other religious minorities

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To promote religious unity and peace

Question 50

Who was the first Stuart king to rule England?

Accepted Answer

James I

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Charles I

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Charles II

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William III

Question 51

Which event led to the execution of King Charles I?

Accepted Answer

The English Civil War

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The Glorious Revolution

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The Monmouth Rebellion

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The Jacobite Rebellion

Question 52

What was the primary reason for the Glorious Revolution?

Accepted Answer

James II's attempts to establish Catholicism as the official religion of England

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William of Orange's invasion of England

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The defeat of the Spanish Armada

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The death of Queen Anne

Question 53

Who was a prominent figure in the English Civil War?

Accepted Answer

Oliver Cromwell

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Sir Thomas More

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George Washington

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Napoleon Bonaparte

Question 54

Which legal document limited the power of the monarchy after the Glorious Revolution?

Accepted Answer

The Bill of Rights

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The Magna Carta

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The Petition of Right

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The Act of Union

Question 55

Which of the following was a significant outcome of the Stuart dynasty?

Accepted Answer

The establishment of a constitutional monarchy in England

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The expansion of the British Empire

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The development of the Industrial Revolution

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The creation of the United States of America

Question 56

What was the purpose of the Monmouth Rebellion?

Accepted Answer

To overthrow King James II

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To restore King Charles I to the throne

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To establish a republic in England

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To gain independence for Scotland

Question 57

What was the primary function of Parliament during the Stuart period?

Accepted Answer

To create laws and approve taxes

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To provide advice to the king

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To control the military

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To elect the monarch

Question 58

Which battle marked a crucial turning point in the English Civil War?

Accepted Answer

Battle of Marston Moor

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Battle of Hastings

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Battle of Waterloo

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Battle of Agincourt

Question 59

Who became the first Stuart king of England?

Accepted Answer

James I

Answer

Charles I

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Charles II

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William of Orange

Question 60

Which of these was a significant battle in the English Civil War?

Accepted Answer

The Battle of Naseby

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The Battle of Agincourt

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The Battle of Hastings

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The Battle of Trafalgar

Question 61

Who was the king of England during the Glorious Revolution?

Accepted Answer

James II

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William of Orange

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Charles II

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George I

Question 62

What was the significance of the Restoration?

Accepted Answer

It marked the return of the monarchy to England

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It established a constitutional monarchy

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It led to the development of a two-party system

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It resulted in a period of economic prosperity

Question 63

What was the main reason for the execution of Charles I?

Accepted Answer

His refusal to accept the supremacy of Parliament

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His religious beliefs

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His military defeats

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His personal corruption

Question 64

Which of the following was **not** a major cause of the English Civil War?

Accepted Answer

Economic inequality

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The King's desire to rule without Parliament

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Religious differences