Eleanor of Aquitaine, King John, and the Magna Carta Flashcards
What made Eleanor so famous?
Eleanor was queen of both France and England, fought in the crusades, committed treason, and popularized medieval book clubs.
Why did she go to jail?
Eleanor went to jail because she encouraged her children to overthrow her husband, King Henry the II.
How many children did she have?
Eleanor had 12 children. She had two with King Louis the VII, and had 10 with King Henry the II. Those ten then overthrew Henry alongside their mother.
Why was king john so hated?
He was hated because he got England excommunicated by the pope, turned England into a fief, and raised taxes on the people. He also treated his Serfs badly as well. He would intrude on their property so he could hunt better.
Which famous leaders did she give birth to?
Eleanor gave birth to both King Richard and King John, the antagonist in the robin hood story.
What law did John instate?
John created the magna carta. Even though he was forced to instate it by the barons of England.
What did the magna carta mean for the people?
The magna carta meant that the citizens couldn’t be taxed by the king without parliament’s consent, and they would always be given a trial before being sent to prison.
What did the magna carta influence?
The magna carta influenced Canada’s charter of rights and freedoms, which we live by today.
