Questions and Answers
Who succeeded Queen Anne as the new King of Great Britain and Ireland?
George I
Who introduced the Royal Marriage Act in 1772?
George III
Who exercised little control over British domestic policy during his reign?
George II
Which monarch is considered to have ended the Georgian era?
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When did Queen Victoria ascend to the throne?
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George II exercised significant control over British domestic policy during his reign.
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George I succeeded Queen Anne as the new King of Great Britain and Ireland.
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George III was born in England unlike his father and grandfather.
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The Royal Marriage Act introduced by George made it illegal for members of the Royal Family to marry without the consent of the Sovereign.
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Victorianism is considered to have started in 1830.
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Study Notes
Succession to the Throne
- George I succeeded Queen Anne as the new King of Great Britain and Ireland.
- Queen Victoria ascended to the throne in 1837.
Royal Marriage Act
- The Royal Marriage Act was introduced in 1772 by George III.
- This act made it illegal for members of the Royal Family to marry without the consent of the Sovereign.
Monarchical Control
- George II exercised significant control over British domestic policy during his reign.
- George III, on the other hand, exercised little control over British domestic policy during his reign.
Historical Significance
- George III was the first King of the House of Hanover to be born in England, unlike his father and grandfather.
- George IV is considered to have ended the Georgian era.
