King john Flashcards
1
Q
When was King John’s reign?
A
1199-1216
2
Q
Why was John angry at Richard?
A
Richard had named his nephew heir to the throne and not John.
3
Q
What is the definition of monarchy?
A
Monarchy is the state run by a royal family.
4
Q
What happened to Richard’s nephew?
A
Richard’s nephew mysteriously drowned. Oh who did that?
5
Q
Why were all the churches closed in England for some time?
A
John had argued with the P about who should be the next archbishop. Little Johnny should have learnt his History!
6
Q
Why did France declare war on England?
A
Because John had married Isabella who had been betrothed to an important French family.
7
Q
Why did John raise taxes?
A
Because he had to pay for wars he was loosing!
