Power And The People (5) Flashcards
When did Charles | become King?
1625
Why had Charlea’ father chased tension with Parliament?
He was extravagant and gave money to his friends
What did Charles believe in?
The divine right of kings
How did Charles upset parliament?
He ruled without them from 1629
What did Charles tax everyone with?
Ship Money
Who did Charles marry?
A French Catholic
What changes upset people about the Church?
It became more Catholic
What upset the Scots?
A new Prayer Book in 1637
What did the Puritans do?
Wrote critically of Charles
What happened with the Short Parliament?
They did not give Charles money to fight the Scots
What was the covenant?
Not accept the changes to the prayer book
Who invaded England during Charles’ reign?
The Scots
When did the English Civil War break out?
1642
Who were the Cavaliers?
Wealthy landowners
Who were the Roundheads?
Middle-class and merchants