Edward Assessment preparations Flashcards
How were Jews treated during Edward I’s reign?
They faced persecution, heavy taxation, and were eventually expelled from England in 1290.
Why did Edward I expel the Jews in 1290?
He wanted to cancel his debts to Jewish moneylenders and gain popularity with Christian nobles and merchants.
What restrictions were placed on Jews before their expulsion?
They were banned from lending money and forced to wear identifying badges.
How convincing is an image showing Jews being attacked under Edward I?
It is partially convincing because Jews faced violence and persecution, but other forms of discrimination (e.g., taxation, legal restrictions) also played a key role.
What evidence from the time supports the idea that Jews were mistreated?
Laws restricted their rights, they were blamed for economic problems, and many were executed or forced to convert.
Why did Edward I reform the legal system?
Edward I wanted to strengthen royal authority, control powerful landowners, and ensure fairer justice across England.
What did the Statute of Westminster (1275) do?
It reinforced royal control over the legal system, prevented corruption, and made justice more accessible.
How did the Statute of Gloucester (1278) increase Edward’s power?
It allowed royal officials to investigate and reclaim land unlawfully taken by powerful barons.
What was the purpose of the Statute of Mortmain (1279)?
It prevented land from being given to the Church without the king’s permission, ensuring landowners remained under royal control.
How did the Statute of Quo Warranto (1290) challenge the barons?
It forced landowners to prove their legal right to their estates, reducing the power of rebellious nobles.
Why was the wool trade important to England’s economy?
Wool was England’s most valuable export, bringing in large amounts of money, especially through taxes.
How did Edward I use the wool trade to fund wars?
He introduced the wool customs tax (1275), which raised money for wars in Wales and Scotland.
Which European region relied on English wool for making cloth?
: Flanders.
How did the wool trade benefit merchants and towns?
Merchants became wealthy and supported Edward financially, while towns like Lincoln and York grew rich from trade.
Why was wool important to monasteries?
Many monasteries made money by selling wool, which helped fund their religious activities.
in 1275 what statute forbid the jews from lending money
statute of jewry
what was the most extreme act Edward performed towards the jews
1290 Edward expelled all jews from England
