chapter 11 section 2 Flashcards
Charles II was the son
of charles I
charles II nickname
merry monarch
The monarchy being restored to England is referred to as the
Restoration
the restoration reflected a
new rebirth of culture.
two political parties
tories
whigs
tories were supporters of the
Anglican Church.
Whigs were supporters of
strong parliament; opposed roman catholic Ruler
Brother to Charles II, Roman Catholic
James
1685
James Inherits the throne; absolute ruler
2 daughters of James
Mary
Anne
both of James’ daughters are
married
and
protestants
When James has a son there is a threat of what?
a line of Roman Catholic Monarchs
1688
Parliament invites Mary and her husband to replace James on the throne
William and Mary invade, James Flees
they become dual monarchs
Glorious Revolution/ Bloodless Revolution
Who wrote Leviathan
Thomas Hobbes