English Civil War Timeline Project

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<p>Parliament invited William of Orange to take over to ensure the establishment of a constitutional monarchy and limit the power of the monarch.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>William and Mary signed the Bill of Rights, which limited the powers of the monarchy and enhanced the powers of Parliament.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Glorious Revolution established a constitutional monarchy, altering the balance of power by reducing the authority of the monarchy and increasing the power of Parliament.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Parliament played a critical role by inviting William and Mary to take the throne, which demonstrated its authority in matters of succession.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The events led to a shift in perception of monarchy, viewing it as limited by law rather than absolute, due to the establishment of constitutional principles.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The primary issue was that Parliament had little power to challenge the monarch, limiting their influence over governance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>King James I's belief in the Divine Right of Kings led him to rule with full authority, which alienated Parliament as they sought more influence.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Petition of Rights was created to address grievances against Charles I's use of arbitrary power, including taxation without consent.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The English Civil War led to the temporary overthrow of monarchy and the establishment of a commonwealth, paving the way for future constitutional principles.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The outcomes of the Civil War demonstrated the need for a system that limited the powers of the monarchy and established parliamentary sovereignty.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Charles I's refusal to accept the authority of Parliament and his attempts to rule without it led to escalating conflict and civil unrest.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Stuart monarchy, particularly under James I and Charles I, exhibited a desire for absolute rule, leading to significant power struggles with Parliament.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The timeline reveals a gradual shift from a monarchy with unchecked power towards a system where Parliament increasingly demanded and obtained more authority.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Petition of Rights limited Charles I's ability to impose taxes and imprison individuals without Parliament's approval.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Charles I faced rebellions in Scotland and Ireland, requiring funds to support military efforts against them.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Roundheads were Parliament supporters with short hair, while Cavaliers were royalists with long hair and flashy clothes; the war ended with the defeat of the Cavaliers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A commonwealth is a state without a monarchy, ruled by elected representatives; it fell apart due to Cromwell's unpopular policies and restrictions on public life.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Charles II's dissolution of Parliament allowed him to consolidate power but also created tensions with Parliament.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Cromwell’s leadership contributed to instability due to his harsh measures, including banning public celebrations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The public reacted negatively, expressing a desire to restore the monarchy due to restrictions on enjoyment and freedom.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The English Civil War weakened the monarchy's authority and established the principle that Parliament must consent to taxation and military actions.</p> Signup and view all the answers