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What was a significant social consequence that directly followed the Peasants' Revolt?
What was a significant social consequence that directly followed the Peasants' Revolt?
- The end of serfdom (correct)
- Increased power for the ruling class
- A rise in feudal obligations
- A strengthening of the manorial system
The Black Death directly preceded which of the following events?
The Black Death directly preceded which of the following events?
- The Wars of the Roses
- The rule of King John
- The end of serfdom
- The Peasants' Revolt (correct)
Which conflict is characterized by struggles between different noble families?
Which conflict is characterized by struggles between different noble families?
- The Black Death
- The Wars of the Roses (correct)
- The Hundred Years War
- The Peasants' Revolt
Which event was primarily triggered by perceived injustices in the taxation system?
Which event was primarily triggered by perceived injustices in the taxation system?
In what way did the Peasants' Revolt affect societal structures despite its suppression?
In what way did the Peasants' Revolt affect societal structures despite its suppression?
What was the primary factor that led to the decline of the movement mentioned?
What was the primary factor that led to the decline of the movement mentioned?
In what year did the movement reach its end, according to the text?
In what year did the movement reach its end, according to the text?
The Great Exhibition, held in 1851, primarily showcased what?
The Great Exhibition, held in 1851, primarily showcased what?
Besides showcasing British innovations, what other aspect did the Great Exhibition highlight?
Besides showcasing British innovations, what other aspect did the Great Exhibition highlight?
What can be inferred about the relationship between the movement and the Great Exhibition in 1851?
What can be inferred about the relationship between the movement and the Great Exhibition in 1851?
What significant event related to urban areas occurred in London during the year 1666?
What significant event related to urban areas occurred in London during the year 1666?
What was the primary significance of the Royal African Company's creation in 1672?
What was the primary significance of the Royal African Company's creation in 1672?
Which of these is a correct chronological ordering of the two events?
Which of these is a correct chronological ordering of the two events?
How did the creation of the Royal African Company affect global trade dynamics?
How did the creation of the Royal African Company affect global trade dynamics?
What distinguishes the Great Fire of London from the creation of the Royal African Company?
What distinguishes the Great Fire of London from the creation of the Royal African Company?
What was the primary question asked in the Scottish referendum?
What was the primary question asked in the Scottish referendum?
What percentage of participants answered 'No' to Scotland's independence?
What percentage of participants answered 'No' to Scotland's independence?
In the context of the referendum, what does a 'No' vote indicate?
In the context of the referendum, what does a 'No' vote indicate?
What was the outcome of the Scottish referendum regarding independence?
What was the outcome of the Scottish referendum regarding independence?
Which of the following statements is true regarding voter sentiment in the referendum?
Which of the following statements is true regarding voter sentiment in the referendum?
Who replaced David Cameron as Prime Minister?
Who replaced David Cameron as Prime Minister?
What significant political event was triggered in March 2017?
What significant political event was triggered in March 2017?
What was notable about David Cameron's resignation?
What was notable about David Cameron's resignation?
In what year did David Cameron resign from office?
In what year did David Cameron resign from office?
What was the duration of the process begun in March 2017 regarding the EU?
What was the duration of the process begun in March 2017 regarding the EU?
What is the primary purpose of the new agreement signed in France?
What is the primary purpose of the new agreement signed in France?
Which country has reaffirmed its commitment to assist Ukraine?
Which country has reaffirmed its commitment to assist Ukraine?
What can be inferred about the migration policy in France?
What can be inferred about the migration policy in France?
What does 'cers' likely refer to in the context of the migration agreement?
What does 'cers' likely refer to in the context of the migration agreement?
What is the relationship between Britain's commitment and the migration agreement in France?
What is the relationship between Britain's commitment and the migration agreement in France?
Flashcards
The Black Death
The Black Death
A devastating pandemic that killed millions in Europe, Asia, and Africa
The Peasants' Revolt of 1381
The Peasants' Revolt of 1381
A series of uprisings in England by peasants protesting high taxes and unfair treatment
Serfdom
Serfdom
The system of forced labor where peasants were tied to the land and had to work for their lord in exchange for protection
The Wars of the Roses
The Wars of the Roses
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Wars of the Roses
Wars of the Roses
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The Great Exhibition
The Great Exhibition
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The decline of a movement
The decline of a movement
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Post-1850 movement
Post-1850 movement
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The Great Fire of London
The Great Fire of London
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Royal African Company
Royal African Company
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Triangular Trade
Triangular Trade
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Atlantic Slave Trade
Atlantic Slave Trade
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Slavery
Slavery
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Migration Agreement
Migration Agreement
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British Support for Ukraine
British Support for Ukraine
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David Cameron's resignation
David Cameron's resignation
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Triggering Brexit
Triggering Brexit
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Brexit process begins
Brexit process begins
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Referendum
Referendum
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Independence
Independence
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Remaining Part of the UK
Remaining Part of the UK
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55.3% Voted No
55.3% Voted No
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Scotland Remains Part of the UK
Scotland Remains Part of the UK
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Study Notes
The Normans
- 1066: Harold defeated a Scandinavian invasion in the north, but was defeated in the south at the Battle of Hastings by William the Conqueror (Duke of Normandy), who became King of England.
- This was followed by a gradual Norman invasion of England.
- 1086: The Domesday Book listed all land and property in England. William the Conqueror gradually established a feudal system, giving land to barons who granted some to knights.
- 1100: Henry I became king, uniting Saxons and Normans, and ruling a kingdom stretching from France (Normandy) to northern England.
- 1100-1170: Henry II ruled an even larger kingdom (including Anjou, Maine, and Touraine).
- He strengthened the central government and reformed the judicial system, establishing travelling judges to apply laws ("Common Law"). French became the language of the court.
- 1170: Thomas Becket, Archbishop of Canterbury, criticized the king's control over the church and was murdered.
- 1215: King John Lackland was forced to sign the Magna Carta.
- 1284: Wales became part of the kingdom.
- 1295: Edward I summoned a "Model Parliament". This Parliament separated into the House of Lords (nobility and clergy) and the House of Commons (representatives of towns and counties).
- 1305: Scotland revolted, led by Robert the Bruce, and achieved independence.
Hundred Years War and the Wars of the Roses
- 1337-1453: The Hundred Years' War was a long conflict over the control of France between England and France. England held territories in France until the end of the war.
- 1455-1485: The Wars of the Roses pitted the House of York (white rose) against the House of Lancaster (red rose) for the English throne. Henry Tudor (Lancaster) eventually united England by marrying Elizabeth of York in 1485.
- 1476: William Caxton established the first press in England, printing books in English.
The Reformation
- 1534: King Henry VIII broke with Rome to divorce his first wife, Catherine of Aragon, and marry Anne Boleyn. He declared himself the Supreme Head of the English Church, starting the English Reformation.
- 1558-1603: Queen Elizabeth I's reign saw the establishment of Anglicanism as the established religion in England. There was a period of relative stability following earlier religious extremism.
- Scotland maintained its Presbyterian church.
The Stuart Monarchs
- 1603: King James VI of Scotland became James I of England, believing in the divine right of kings.
- 1605: The Gunpowder Plot, a Catholic conspiracy to blow up Parliament, was foiled.
- 1611: The King James Version of the Bible was published.
- 1625-1649: Charles I tried to rule without Parliament.
- 1628: The Petition of Right limited royal power.
- 1642-1648: The English Civil War pitted Parliamentarians (Puritans) against Royalists (Cavaliers).
- 1649: Charles I was executed, and the monarchy abolished.
- 1660: Charles II was restored to the throne, and the monarchy was restored.
Other Events
- 1665: The Great Plague ravaged London.
- 1666: The Great Fire of London destroyed much of the city.
- 1672: The Royal African Company was created, marking the start of the slave trade.
- 1673: The Test Act required public officeholders to take an oath renouncing Catholicism.
- 1679: The Habeas Corpus Act protected individuals against unlawful imprisonment.
- 1685: James II, converted to Catholicism, became King.
- 1688: The Glorious Revolution removed James II from the throne and established a constitutional monarchy.
- 1689: The Bill of Rights further limited the power of the monarch.
- 1701: The Act of Settlement prevented Catholics from inheriting the throne.
- 1707: England and Scotland united to form Great Britain.
- 1714: The Hanoverian dynasty began, with George I becoming king.
- 1764: Invention of the Spinning Jenny.
- 1760-1850: Industrial Revolution begins transforming the country.
- 1776: American colonies gained independence.
- 1801: Formation of the United Kingdom (Great Britain and Ireland).
- 1805: Lord Nelson's victory at Trafalgar.
- 1815: The defeat of Napoleon at Waterloo.
- 1829: Catholics gained freedom of worship.
- 1832: The first Reform Act extended the vote to the middle class.
- 1837-1901: Reign of Queen Victoria.
- 1851: The Great Exhibition showcased British engineering.
- 1867: Further voting rights expanded.
- 1884: Voting rights further expanded to unskilled workers.
- 1900: Creation of the Labour Party.
- 1902: Education Act reforms.
- 1908: Old Age Pensions introduced.
- 1911: Parliament Act, further limiting the power of the House of Lords
- 1913: Cat and Mouse Act.
- 1914: Britain entered World War I.
- 1916: Easter Rising in Dublin.
- 1918: Irish nationalists win the majority in elections.
- 1919: Irish Republican Army created
- 1921: Anglo-Irish Treaty established the Irish Free State.
- 1926: General strike.
- 1928: Equal Franchise Act.
- 1936: Edward VIII abdicated.
- 1939: Britain declared war on Germany.
- 1940: The Battle of Britain.
- 1942: Beveridge Report.
- 1944: Allied landings in France.
- 1945: End of World War II.
- 1947-49: Many colonies gained independence.
- 1949: UK joined NATO.
- 1951-64: Conservative governments.
- 1956: Suez Crisis.
- 1964-70: Labour government.
- 1969: Start of The Troubles in Northern Ireland
- 1973: UK joined the Common Market.
- 1979-1990: Thatcher's conservative government
- 1982: Falklands War
- 1984: UK miners strike
- 1986: Single European Act
- 1990: UK joined the European Monetary System
- 1993: EEC became the European Union.
- 1997: Labour landslide victory and Tony Blair became Prime Minister.
- 2000: The European Convention on Human Rights.
- 2003-2004: Britain sent troops to Iraq
- 2005: Tony Blair re-elected for a third term and terrorist attacks in London
- 2007: Tony Blair stands down
- 2008: Global Credit Crunch
- 2010: Coalition government
- 2012: Diamond Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II.
- 2014: Scottish independence referendum
- 2016: Referendum on EU membership
- 2017: Uncertainty about the terms of UK's leaving EU
- 2019: General Election
- 2021: Brexit complete
- 2022: Partygate, energy price rises, and the death of Queen Elizabeth II
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This quiz explores the significant events and figures of the Norman era, including the pivotal Battle of Hastings and the establishment of the feudal system in England. It highlights the transition from Saxon to Norman rule and the lasting effects of the Norman governance on English law and society.
