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Growth of Monarchies Flashcards

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First strong monarchy

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England; still exists today

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William the Conqueror

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I066: invaded England from France; claimed EVERYTHING as his personal property

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Causes of Magna Carta

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  1. People worried king too powerful
  2. 1215, King John tried to raise taxes to pay for war with France
  3. Nobles refused to pay
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Magna Carta

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  1. restricted king’s absolute power

2. founding document for modern democracies

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Parliament

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Council of Nobles, clergy and middle class formed by King after another rebellion in 1260

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Purpose of Parliament

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Discuss political issues
First legislative body (made laws)
Influence to American gov’t

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