James & Charles, character, court, favourites Flashcards
1
Q
James’ reign?
A
1603-1625
2
Q
Charles’ reign?
A
1625-1649
3
Q
3 words for James’ courts:
A
Lively, debauched, open
4
Q
3 words for James’ personality:
A
Pragmatic, intellectual, outgoing
5
Q
3ish words for Charles’ courts:
A
State microcosm, private, arts
6
Q
3 words for Charles’ personality:
A
uncommunicative, cold, demanding
7
Q
Whats the deal with George Villiers?
A
George Villers or the duke of buckingham was an influential favourite to both kings and probably had sexual relationships with both of them
8
Q
James’ view on the monarchy (3 points):
A
- Believed in the divine right of kings
- Prone to extravagant spending
- Wanted to maintain elizabeths religious settlement
9
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Charles’ views on monarchy (3 points):
A
- Believed in the divine right
- But had an inferiority complex due to the death of his brother
- Uncompromising and demanding of loyalty
