Restoration And Revolution Flashcards
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Charles II Lord Protector Monarch Mary II William III Restoration Revolution Stuart period Merry Monarch Accession
What was the Restoration?
The Restoration was when the monarchy in England was restored in 1660. It marked the return of Charles II as King following the period of Oliver Cromwell’s Commonwealth.
What was the Glorious Revolution?
The Glorious Revolution is when England got rid of an unpopular monarch and replaced him without war. It happened in 1688.
Give 5 reasons why Charles II was a good monarch
Charles told Parliament he was ready to show mercy.
Catholics were happy as he restored the church.
He enjoyed what his people enjoyed.
The House of Lords was restored with the bishop.
He was called a ‘Merry Monarch’ as he was a good king.
Give 4 reasons why Charles II was a bad monarch
Other than most Royalist’s lands. sold land was mostly not returned.
Puritans were upset as he restored the Catholic changes.
Puritans were angry as he restored things that were banned.
The House of Lords was restored with a bishop.
What happened in 1660?
In 1660 Charles II is invited back to be king.
What happened in 1664?
In 1664 Church of England is the only religion allowed.
What happened in 1665?
In 1665 the Great Plague spread.
What happened in 1666?
In 1666 the Great Fire of London happened.
What happened in 1685?
In 1685 Charles II died and his Catholic brother becomes King James II.
What happened in 1687?
In 1687 James II closed Parliament.
What happened in 1688?
In 1688 a Catholic son is born to James.
What happened in 1688 5th of November?
In 1688 the 5th of November the Glorious Revolution happened.
What happened in 1690?
In 1690 the Battle of Boyne happened.
What happened in 1707?
In 1707 the Act of Union happened.
