The English Civil War Flashcards
What years did the English Civil War take place?
1642 to 1651
Who was the monarch at the start of the English Civil War?
King Charles I
What were the two main opposing factions in the English Civil War?
Royalists (Cavaliers) and Parliamentarians (Roundheads)
True or False: The English Civil War was fought over the power of the monarchy versus the authority of Parliament.
True
Fill in the blank: The first significant battle of the English Civil War was the Battle of ______.
Edgehill
Who was the leader of the Parliamentarian forces?
Oliver Cromwell
What document established the legal authority of Parliament over the monarchy?
The Petition of Right
What was the outcome of the Battle of Naseby?
A decisive victory for the Parliamentarians
Which side won the English Civil War?
The Parliamentarians
What happened to King Charles I after the war?
He was executed in 1649.
What was the name of the government established by Oliver Cromwell after the war?
The Commonwealth of England
True or False: The English Civil War led to the temporary abolition of the monarchy.
True
What was the significance of the New Model Army?
It was a disciplined and effective military force created by the Parliamentarians.
Fill in the blank: The ______ of 1641 was a significant event that escalated tensions between the King and Parliament.
Grand Remonstrance
Who was known as the ‘Lord Protector’ during the Commonwealth?
Oliver Cromwell
What year was the monarchy restored after the English Civil War?
1660
What was the Royalist stronghold during the war?
Oxford
What was the name of the trial that led to the execution of Charles I?
The King’s Trial
Which battle is considered the turning point of the English Civil War?
The Battle of Marston Moor
Fill in the blank: The ______ Act of 1649 officially abolished the monarchy.
Act of Parliament
True or False: The English Civil War had no lasting impact on the British political system.
False
What was the primary religious conflict underlying the English Civil War?
The conflict between Anglicans and Puritans
Who were the Levellers?
A political movement advocating for popular sovereignty and equality.
What was the impact of the English Civil War on the future of the monarchy?
It led to a constitutional monarchy and limited royal power.
