The Peasants' Revolt Flashcards

1
Q

Who was in charge?

A

Richard II

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2
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Why were the peasants angry?

A

The peasants were angry about a range of issues, such as low pay and the introduction of a poll tax.

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3
Q

Why was poll tax invented?

A

To fund an ongoing war against France.

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4
Q

What event happened before this one?

A

The black death.

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5
Q

Peasants were expected to pay the ____ amount as the Nobles. Fill in the blank.

A

Same

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6
Q

Who lead the revolt?

A

Wat Tyler.

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7
Q

What palace did they destroy?

A

The Savoy Palace.

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8
Q

Which trusted people died in the fight?

A

The Lord Chancellor and Lord Treasurer.

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9
Q

By November how many rebellious peasants were killed?

A

1,500

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10
Q

What did the Statute of Labourers do?

A

The Statute of Labourers in 1351 ordered that wages should go back to the level they had been before the Black Death.

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11
Q

How old was Richard II?

A

14 years old.

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12
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Where did King Richard take shelter in?

A

The Tower of London.

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13
Q

Did the Peasants’ revolt have good long-term or short term effects?

A

Long-term effects.

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14
Q

Who strikes Wat tyler?

A

The Mayor of London.

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