Restoration London
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What was the impact of Charles II's French tastes on his court during the Restoration?

  • It led to the establishment of the Royal Society of London
  • It led to the outbreak of the plague in 1665
  • It resulted in uninhibited behavior among the upper classes (correct)
  • It encouraged intellectual lucidity among the upper classes
  • What was the aim of the Libertines during the Restoration?

  • To experiment with the limits of individual freedom (correct)
  • To reflect a rationalist attitude and encourage intellectual lucidity
  • To establish the Royal Society of London
  • To advise the government on scientific problems
  • What was the impact of the 'Great Fire' in London in 1666?

  • It caused the death of about 100,000 people (correct)
  • It led to the outbreak of the plague in 1665
  • It encouraged intellectual lucidity among the upper classes
  • It resulted in the establishment of the Royal Society of London
  • Study Notes

    • The Royal Society of London received the king's patronage in 1662.
    • The Royal Society advised the government on scientific problems.
    • The Royal Society reflected a rationalist attitude and encouraged intellectual lucidity.
    • Charles II's French tastes influenced his court, leading to uninhibited behavior among the upper classes.
    • The Libertines wanted to experiment with the limits of individual freedom.
    • The Libertines' ideas influenced plays and poetry during the Restoration.
    • London was struck by an outbreak of the plague in 1665.
    • The plague caused the death of about 100,000 people.
    • London was struck by the 'Great Fire' in 1666.
    • The 'Great Fire' destroyed most of the city.

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    Test your knowledge of 17th century England with this quiz! From the Royal Society's influence on science and government, to the Libertines' impact on literature, to the devastating plagues and fires that rocked London, this quiz covers key events and ideas from the era. Sharpen your historical knowledge and vocabulary as you answer questions about Charles II's court, the rationalist movement, and more. Get ready to challenge yourself and learn something new about this fascinating period in English history.

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