Edward I's Decision Flashcards
1
Q
When did Edward I announce his decision on the Scottish throne?
A
November 1292.
2
Q
Who did Edward I choose as the King of Scotland?
A
John Balliol.
3
Q
Why was John Balliol chosen as king?
A
He was a landholder in Scotland, England, and France, and had the strongest legal claim.
4
Q
What legal principle supported Balliol’s claim to the throne?
A
Primogeniture, where inheritance passes down the eldest line.
5
Q
Why was Edward I’s decision unusual?
A
Balliol was the last claimant to accept Edward’s overlordship, while Bruce was one of the first to do so.
