The Magna Carta

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Which document curtailed the power of a reigning monarch in Europe?

The Magna Carta (correct)

The Power to Rule

The Crusades

The Constitutions of Clarendon

What does the term 'Magna Carta' mean in Latin?

Absolute power

Legal rights

Religious orthodoxy

Great charter (correct)

During the 12th and 13th centuries CE, which institution had immense power in Europe?

Catholic Church (correct)

Religious authorities

Archbishop of Canterbury

Royal court

Who attempted to delineate the boundaries of royal power and push back against papal power?

King Henry II Signup and view all the answers

Why did Thomas Becket object to the Constitutions of Clarendon?

He thought it was unjust for clergy members to be tried twice for the same crime Signup and view all the answers

Which document set the precedent for the transfer of authority to the people instead of absolute monarchs?

The Magna Carta Signup and view all the answers

What role did the Magna Carta play in the independence of the early U.S. colonies?

It was a symbol of rebellion against the British monarchy Signup and view all the answers

What is the current form of government in most countries?

Democracy Signup and view all the answers

What did the Magna Carta raise questions about?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

Why is the Magna Carta considered a valuable historical artifact?

For its actual impact Signup and view all the answers

Who succeeded Henry II as England's king?

King Richard I Signup and view all the answers

Why was King John forced to sign the Magna Carta?

To establish baronial power Signup and view all the answers

What did the Magna Carta establish?

The barons' rights to their own land Signup and view all the answers

What was the immediate effect of the Magna Carta?

The pope annulled the document Signup and view all the answers

Why is the Magna Carta important?

It marked a major shift in the switchover from absolute monarchy to democracy Signup and view all the answers

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