Magna Charta: Limiting the Power of the King

Question 1

qualities expected of a king

Answer 1

• god-fearing
• a good judge of character
• a good soldier
• rich but no greedy
• fit and strong
• inspiring
• hardworking
• wise
• brave
• firm - but fair

Question 2

King John

Answer 2

• first king to give up some power
• famous as Prince John in make believe stories of Robin Hood
• ruled England from 1199 AD to 1216 AD

Question 3

problems

Answer 3

• quarreled with Pope
• lost to French king twice
• lost most land gained by father
• raised taxes
• upset barons (wealthy and power)

Question 4

rebellion

Answer 4

• 1214 AD
• king not running affairs well
• needed to change

Question 5

Magna Carta 1215 AD

Answer 5

• King John of England forced to sign the agreement limiting power of the government
• right to trial by jury, free trade, property, etc.
• 1st time king had rules to follow
• Magna Carta: Latin for Great Character