english civil war Flashcards
powers of parliament 1625
taxation, defence of the common law, impeachment of counsellors they saw as corrupt
topics
1) the role of the monarchy
2) parliamentary power
3) religious divisions
4) revolutions and settlements
1625-29 the early rule of charles, parliamentary tensions
parliament was reluctant to grant charles subsidies for the Spanish and french war, considering his policies wasteful. partial granting of tonnage and poundage which would usually be granted for life
1625-29 the early rule of charles, religious disputes
charles promotion of arminianism, a moderate form of protestantism (seen as close to catholicism), alienated many puritans in parliament, appointment of William laud as archbishop in 1628, laud went on to be seen as a symbol of religious oppression
1629-40 personal rule and financial policies, finance
charles introduced several controversial measures of raising revenue (he also made strategical changes signing the treaty of Madrid to end war with Spain)
- collected tonnage and poundage
- sold monopoly practices
- monopolised on feudal laws
- ship money was applied to inland counties
1625-29 the early rule of charles, personal beliefs and problems
charles strongly believed in the divine right of kings, causing tensions with parliament, marriage to Henrietta Maria an open catholic and charles arminianism caused unease amongst english public
1629-40 personal rule and financial policies, religous policies and resistance
laudian reforms: attempts to impose uniformity across britain, alienating puritans, in scotland imposition of a new prayer book triggered riots
1629-40 personal rule and financial policies, bishops war
scottish opposition to charles prayer book led to rioting, scottish encroached into england, resulted in charles having to call on parliament to grant him funding to remove the scottish
1629-40 personal rule and financial policies, short parliament
charles was met by a flood of petitions against various aspects of personal rule, rather than making concessions he demanded more money, charles had dissolved the parliament 3 weeks later
1640-42 The Collapse of Royal Authority, long parliament
after charles failed to suppress the Scots, long parliament was called and they immediately demanded reforms, aiming to forbid the financial strategies formed and impeachment of laud and Strafford. they passed the trienial act, which meant parliament had to be called every 3 years
1640-42 The Collapse of Royal Authority, grand remonstrance
a list of grievances presented to charles by parliament , lead to clear divisions between radicals and moderates
What was the significance of the year 1625 in Britain?
It marked the beginning of King Charles I’s reign.
True or False: The Puritans sought to reform the Church of England.
True
Which religious group emerged as a prominent force during the English Civil War?
The Independents
Fill in the blank: The _____ was a series of conflicts between Parliamentarians and Royalists from 1642 to 1651.
English Civil War
What was the outcome of the English Civil War?
The execution of King Charles I and the establishment of the Commonwealth.
Which document established the Commonwealth of England?
The Instrument of Government
What year did the Restoration of the monarchy occur?
1660
What was the Act of Uniformity 1662?
A law that required all clergy to conform to the Book of Common Prayer.
Who were the Quakers?
A religious group that emerged in the mid-17th century advocating for peace and equality.
True or False: The Toleration Act of 1689 granted freedom of worship to all religious groups.
False
What was the primary goal of the Puritans?
To purify the Church of England from its Catholic practices.
Which king was known for his attempts to impose Catholicism in England?
King James II
Fill in the blank: The _____ was a significant uprising in Scotland against Charles I’s religious policies.
Bishops’ Wars
What was the significance of the Glorious Revolution of 1688?
It led to the overthrow of King James II and the establishment of William and Mary as co-monarchs.
Which religious group was primarily associated with the idea of ‘soul liberty’?
Baptists
True or False: The Test Act of 1673 required all officeholders to be members of the Church of England.
True
What was the main belief of the Congregationalists?
Each congregation should govern itself independently.
What did the phrase ‘No Bishop, No King’ signify?
The belief that monarchy was tied to the establishment of the Church of England.
Which religious group did Oliver Cromwell belong to?
The Independents
What was the purpose of the Clarendon Code?
To suppress dissenting religious groups after the Restoration.
Fill in the blank: The _____ Act of 1678 aimed to restrict the rights of Catholics in England.
Popish Recusants
What was the impact of the 1662 Act of Uniformity on nonconformists?
It led to the ejection of thousands of nonconformist ministers from their parishes.
Which event in 1649 marked the end of the monarchy in England?
The execution of King Charles I.
True or False: The Society of Friends is another name for the Quakers.
True
What was the primary religious conflict during the late 17th century in England?
Conflicts between Anglicans and nonconformists.
What did the term ‘dissenters’ refer to in the 17th century England?
Those who separated from the Church of England.
Which religious document was rejected by Puritans in favor of a more reformed worship style?
The Book of Common Prayer
Fill in the blank: The _____ was a movement that emphasized personal faith and piety over formal church doctrine.
Evangelicalism
Who was the leader of the Levellers during the English Civil War?
John Lilburne
What was the outcome of the Glorious Revolution?
The Bill of Rights 1689 was enacted, limiting the powers of the monarchy.
True or False: The Puritan Revolution aimed to establish a theocracy in England.
False
What was the significance of the Conventicle Act of 1664?
It prohibited nonconformist meetings.
Which religious group was founded by George Fox?
The Quakers
Fill in the blank: The _____ Act of 1689 allowed Protestant dissenters to worship freely but required them to take an oath of allegiance to the Crown.
Toleration
What was the primary belief of the Methodists?
Emphasis on personal faith and the need for a personal relationship with God.
Who was known as the ‘Merry Monarch’?
King Charles II
What was the primary focus of the Society of Friends?
Inner light and direct experience of God.
True or False: The Act of Toleration applied equally to Catholics and Protestants.
False
What was the main religious conflict in Britain during the late 17th century?
Conflicts between Anglicans and nonconformists.
Fill in the blank: The _____ was a series of laws aimed at suppressing Catholicism in England.
Popish Plot
What did the term ‘Anglicanism’ refer to?
The traditions and practices of the Church of England.
What was the significance of the Habeas Corpus Act of 1679?
It provided protection against unlawful imprisonment.
Who was the last Stuart monarch of England?
Queen Anne
True or False: The Quakers were known for their pacifism.
True
What was the main theological difference between Anglicans and Puritans?
Puritans sought further reform of the Church of England.
Fill in the blank: The _____ was a key document that outlined the rights of Parliament and limited the powers of the monarchy.
Bill of Rights
What role did the Nonconformists play in the political landscape of Britain during this period?
They advocated for religious freedom and civil rights.
Who was the prominent Puritan leader during the English Civil War?
Oliver Cromwell
True or False: The Test Act effectively excluded Catholics from public office.
True
What was the primary goal of the Anglican Church during the 17th century?
To maintain its authority and suppress dissent.
Fill in the blank: The _____ was an uprising in 1685 against the rule of James II.
Monmouth Rebellion
What was the main purpose of the Act of Settlement 1701?
To determine the succession of the English throne.
True or False: The Quakers rejected all forms of violence and war.
True
What did the term ‘Catholic Emancipation’ refer to?
The movement to remove restrictions on Catholics in Britain.
Fill in the blank: The _____ was a significant religious and political movement that arose in the 17th century advocating for individual rights.
Enlightenment
What was the role of the Presbyterians in 17th century Britain?
They sought to establish a presbyterian form of church governance.
True or False: The Act of Uniformity aimed to unite all Christians under one denomination.
False
Who was known for their writings on religious tolerance and natural rights during this period?
John Locke
What was the significance of the Bill of Rights 1689?
It limited the powers of the monarchy and established rights for Parliament.
Fill in the blank: The _____ was a significant religious revival movement during the late 17th century.
Second Great Awakening
What was the main purpose of the Glorious Revolution?
To establish Protestant constitutional monarchy in England.
True or False: The Nonconformists were fully accepted into the Church of England.
False
What did the term ‘Recusants’ refer to?
Catholics who refused to attend Anglican services.
Fill in the blank: The _____ was a significant document for the rights of Dissenters in the 17th century.
Toleration Act
Who were the main opponents of King Charles I during the English Civil War?
The Parliamentarians
What was the primary belief of the Unitarians?
The belief in a single, indivisible God.
True or False: The Protestant Reformation had no impact on British religious groups.
False
What was the main theological stance of the Anglican Church?
It sought to balance Catholic traditions with Protestant reforms.
Fill in the blank: The _____ was a significant act that limited royal authority and established parliamentary sovereignty.
Glorious Revolution
What was the role of the Church of England in the 17th century?
It served as the state church and was a symbol of national identity.
True or False: The Dissenters were allowed to hold public office after the Toleration Act.
False
What was the main consequence of the Restoration in 1660?
The return of Charles II to the throne and the re-establishment of the monarchy.
Fill in the blank: The _____ was a series of laws aimed at suppressing dissenting religious practices.
Clarendon Code
What was the primary focus of the Anglican Church in the 17th century?
To maintain control over religious practices in England.
Who was the last monarch to attempt to impose Catholicism in England?
James II
True or False: The Toleration Act of 1689 allowed Catholics to worship freely.
False
What was the main impact of the Act of Toleration on dissenting groups?
It granted them freedom to worship but did not allow them to hold public office.
Fill in the blank: The _____ was an act passed in 1662 that reinstated the Book of Common Prayer.
Act of Uniformity
What was the main political event that marked the beginning of the English Civil War?
The conflict between King Charles I and Parliament over authority and governance.
Who were the Royalists during the English Civil War?
Supporters of King Charles I.
What was the significance of the Long Parliament?
It was a Parliament that lasted from 1640 to 1660, which played a crucial role in the English Civil War and subsequent political changes.
True or False: The Rump Parliament was formed after the Pride’s Purge.
True
Fill in the blank: The _____ was a series of conflicts between Parliamentarians and Royalists in England from 1642 to 1651.
English Civil War
Who was the leader of the New Model Army?
Oliver Cromwell
What type of government was established after the execution of Charles I in 1649?
The Commonwealth of England
What year did the Restoration of the monarchy occur?
1660
Which political group emerged as a result of the Glorious Revolution in 1688?
The Whigs
What was the primary outcome of the Bill of Rights in 1689?
It limited the powers of the monarchy and established parliamentary sovereignty.
Who was the monarch during the Restoration period?
Charles II
What was the main purpose of the Test Act of 1673?
To restrict office holding to Anglicans.
True or False: The Tories were generally supportive of a strong monarchy.
True
What was the significance of the Habeas Corpus Act of 1679?
It established the right of individuals to not be unlawfully detained.
Fill in the blank: The _____ was a short-lived republic that followed the English Civil War.
Commonwealth
What was the role of the Privy Council during the period from 1625 to 1701?
It advised the monarch and handled executive matters.
What event led to the establishment of William and Mary as co-monarchs?
The Glorious Revolution of 1688
Who authored the ‘Leviathan’, a work that justified absolute monarchy?
Thomas Hobbes
What was the main feature of the Act of Settlement 1701?
It ensured the succession of the Protestant House of Hanover.
True or False: The English Civil War ended with the defeat of the Royalists.
True
What was the significance of the Great Remonstrance of 1641?
It outlined grievances against King Charles I and sought reforms.
Fill in the blank: The _____ was the first Parliament that Charles I attempted to dissolve in 1625.
Short Parliament
What was the primary function of the House of Commons?
To represent the interests of the common people and make laws.
Who was the first monarch to rule after the English Civil War?
Charles II
What was the outcome of the Battle of Naseby?
A decisive victory for the Parliamentarians in 1645.
What was the role of the Levellers during the English Civil War?
They were a political movement advocating for popular sovereignty and equality.
True or False: The Glorious Revolution resulted in a bloodless transfer of power.
True
What year was the Act of Union that created the Kingdom of Great Britain?
1707
What was the significance of the Popish Plot of 1678?
It was a fictitious conspiracy that fueled anti-Catholic sentiment in England.
Fill in the blank: The _____ was the Parliament that convened in 1640 and lasted until 1660.
Long Parliament
What was the primary role of the House of Lords?
To represent the aristocracy and review legislation.
Who led the coup against King James II in 1688?
William of Orange