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The Bill of Rights in 1688

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What event led to the replacement of King James II by Mary and William of Orange?

The Glorious Revolution of 1688

What document was passed by Parliament to specify the rights of Parliament and lay the foundation for a constitutional monarchy?

The Bill of Rights

Who was instrumental in delivering the kingdom from popery and arbitrary power during the Glorious Revolution?

Prince of Orange (William of Orange)

When did the chosen representatives meet at Westminster after the Glorious Revolution?

January 22, 1689 Signup and view all the answers

What was the main purpose of the elections and the subsequent establishment after the Glorious Revolution?

To prevent the danger of the religion, laws, and liberties being subverted again Signup and view all the answers

What did the lords spiritual and temporal, along with the Commons, declare as illegal in terms of regal authority?

The pretended power of suspending laws or the execution of laws without consent of parliament. Signup and view all the answers

According to the declaration, what is illegal regarding the levying of money for the crown?

Levying money for or to the use of the crown by pretense of prerogative, without grant of parliament, for longer time or in other manner than the same is or shall be granted. Signup and view all the answers

What is declared illegal in terms of the raising or keeping of a standing army within the kingdom?

Raising or keeping a standing army within the kingdom in time of peace, unless it be with consent of parliament. Signup and view all the answers

According to the declaration, what is the right of the subjects which are Protestants?

The right to have arms for their defense suitable to their conditions, and as allowed by law. Signup and view all the answers

What is deemed illegal in terms of grants and promises of fines and forfeitures of particular persons?

All grants and promises of fines and forfeitures of particular persons before conviction are illegal and void. Signup and view all the answers