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What significant event occurred in 1685?
What significant event occurred in 1685?
- The Glorious Revolution began.
- The English Bill of Rights was signed.
- James II, a Catholic, became king. (correct)
- William III ascended to the throne.
Why was the crown taken from James II in 1688?
Why was the crown taken from James II in 1688?
- Due to his unpopular economic policies.
- Because of his military failures against France.
- Primarily due to fears of a Catholic heir. (correct)
- As a result of a rebellion against his rule.
The Glorious Revolution led to which of the following changes?
The Glorious Revolution led to which of the following changes?
- The execution of James II.
- Establishment of the Church of England.
- The implementation of the Toleration Act.
- The crowning of William III. (correct)
Which monarch was removed from power during the Glorious Revolution?
Which monarch was removed from power during the Glorious Revolution?
What was the main concern that led to the Glorious Revolution?
What was the main concern that led to the Glorious Revolution?
In the Scottish independence referendum, what percentage of voters did not vote for independence?
In the Scottish independence referendum, what percentage of voters did not vote for independence?
What was the main issue being decided in the referendum mentioned?
What was the main issue being decided in the referendum mentioned?
If the percentage of 'No' votes in the referendum was 55.3%, what was the implication for Scotland's status?
If the percentage of 'No' votes in the referendum was 55.3%, what was the implication for Scotland's status?
What does the term 'referendum' refer to in this context?
What does the term 'referendum' refer to in this context?
What percentage of voters supported Scottish independence in the referendum?
What percentage of voters supported Scottish independence in the referendum?
What was a key event regarding the monarchy in the UK and some Commonwealth countries?
What was a key event regarding the monarchy in the UK and some Commonwealth countries?
Which of these best describes a significant immigration-related event described in the content?
Which of these best describes a significant immigration-related event described in the content?
In relation to the UK monarchy, what is a key detail provided?
In relation to the UK monarchy, what is a key detail provided?
What is stated regarding a specific type of border crossing?
What is stated regarding a specific type of border crossing?
What is significant about the new monarch Charles III, according to the information provided?
What is significant about the new monarch Charles III, according to the information provided?
What was the primary requirement to work in public office, according to the 1673 Test Act?
What was the primary requirement to work in public office, according to the 1673 Test Act?
The Habeas Corpus Act of 1679 primarily focused on:
The Habeas Corpus Act of 1679 primarily focused on:
What was a direct consequence of the energy price surge?
What was a direct consequence of the energy price surge?
What was the main goal of the Exclusion Bill of 1679?
What was the main goal of the Exclusion Bill of 1679?
Which of the following acts directly addressed the issue of unlawful imprisonment?
Which of the following acts directly addressed the issue of unlawful imprisonment?
Which factor partially contributed to the rise in energy prices?
Which factor partially contributed to the rise in energy prices?
What was the main cause for trying to exclude the succession of James II?
What was the main cause for trying to exclude the succession of James II?
Following Boris Johnson's resignation, who assumed the role of Prime Minister?
Following Boris Johnson's resignation, who assumed the role of Prime Minister?
What was the immediate political outcome observed in the text, following the increase in energy prices?
What was the immediate political outcome observed in the text, following the increase in energy prices?
What event immediately preceded Liz Truss's appointment as Prime Minister?
What event immediately preceded Liz Truss's appointment as Prime Minister?
What type of coalition government was formed?
What type of coalition government was formed?
Which political party provided a deal for the Tories to form a government?
Which political party provided a deal for the Tories to form a government?
What is the direct consequence of Tories not having a majority?
What is the direct consequence of Tories not having a majority?
What is the geographical origin of the party that made a deal with the Tories?
What is the geographical origin of the party that made a deal with the Tories?
What can be inferred about the Tory party's electoral performance?
What can be inferred about the Tory party's electoral performance?
Flashcards
Referendum
Referendum
A vote by the people of a country on a specific issue, usually a major change.
Independence
Independence
A political system where a country is ruled by its own government and is not part of a larger union.
Secession
Secession
The act of separating from a larger political entity, such as a union.
Union
Union
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Scotland's Independence Referendum Result
Scotland's Independence Referendum Result
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Accession of James II
Accession of James II
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Glorious Revolution
Glorious Revolution
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Fear of a Catholic Dynasty
Fear of a Catholic Dynasty
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Shift in Power
Shift in Power
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William and Mary Take the Crown
William and Mary Take the Crown
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Soaring living prices
Soaring living prices
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Energy price jump
Energy price jump
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Boris Johnson resigns
Boris Johnson resigns
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Liz Truss becomes Prime Minister
Liz Truss becomes Prime Minister
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War in Ukraine and energy prices
War in Ukraine and energy prices
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Tories
Tories
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Democratic Unionist Party (DUP)
Democratic Unionist Party (DUP)
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Majority in Parliament
Majority in Parliament
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Deal
Deal
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Forming a Government
Forming a Government
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Charles III's Accession
Charles III's Accession
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English Channel Migration
English Channel Migration
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Monarchy in the UK
Monarchy in the UK
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Commonwealth Countries
Commonwealth Countries
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Illegal Migration
Illegal Migration
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Test Act (1673)
Test Act (1673)
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Habeas Corpus Act (1679)
Habeas Corpus Act (1679)
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Exclusion Bill (1679)
Exclusion Bill (1679)
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English Revolution (1673-1679)
English Revolution (1673-1679)
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Religious Conflict in 17th-century England
Religious Conflict in 17th-century England
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Study Notes
The Normans
- 1066: Harold defeated a Scandinavian invasion in the north, but was defeated at the Battle of Hastings in the south by William the Conqueror (Duke of Normandy), who became King of England. Normans gradually invaded England.
- 1086: The Domesday Book was created, listing all property and land in England. William I established a feudal system, giving land to barons, who in turn gave some to knights.
- 1100: Henry I united Saxons and Normans, ruling a kingdom stretching from France (Normandy) to northern England.
- 1100s: King Henry II expanded the kingdom, including Anjou, Maine, and Touraine. He strengthened central government and reformed the judicial system, establishing travelling judges to apply common law.
- 1170: Thomas Becket, Archbishop of Canterbury, criticized the king's power over the church and was murdered.
- 1215: King John was forced to sign the Magna Carta.
- 1284: Wales became part of the kingdom.
- 1295: Edward I summoned a "Model Parliament," which later split into the House of Lords (nobility/clergy) and the House of Commons (town/county representatives).
Scotland
- 1305: Scotland revolted under Robert the Bruce, becoming independent.
Other Events
- 1337-1453: The Hundred Years' War, a conflict for control of France; England initially held French territories, but France regained them by 1453.
- 1348: The Black Death (plague) occurred.
- 1381: The Peasants' Revolt occurred, leading to the end of serfdom.
- 1455-1485: The Wars of the Roses, a conflict between the House of York (white rose) and the House of Lancaster (red rose) for the English throne.
- 1476: William Caxton established the first printing press in England, printing books in English.
- 1534: The Act of Supremacy established King Henry VIII as the Supreme Head of the English Church, establishing the English Reformation and replacing Catholicism. This also closed monasteries and seized their lands.
- 1558-1603: Elizabeth I's reign saw relative stability in England after periods of religious extremism. Scotland remained Presbyterian.
- 1603: James VI of Scotland became James I of England, believing in the divine right of kings. This led to growing conflict with Parliament.
- 1605: The Gunpowder Plot, a Catholic conspiracy to blow up Parliament, was foiled.
- 1611: The Authorized Version of the Bible (King James Version) was published.
- 1625-1649: Frequent conflicts arose between Charles I and Parliament, culminating in the English Civil War (1642-1648) leading to Charles I's execution and the rise of the Commonwealth.
- 1628: Petition of Right
- 1642-1648: Civil War
- 1649: Charles I was executed
- 1660: Charles II restored the monarchy
- 1665: The Great Plague occurred in 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 office holders to take an oath of allegiance.
- 1679: Habeas Corpus Act established the right to a fair trial and forbid imprisonment without cause.
- 1685: James II became king and was a Catholic, leading to conflicts with Parliament and the Glorious Revolution.
- 1688: Glorious Revolution
- 1689: Bill of Rights, which limited the monarch's power
- 1701: The Act of Settlement made it illegal for Catholics to become king of England.
- 1707: Act of Union united England and Scotland into Great Britain.
- 1714-1837: The Hanoverian Dynasty
- 1764: Spinning Jenny invented
- 1776: US Colonies declared independence
- 1785: Steam engine invention
- 1801: Act of Union established the United Kingdom
- 1805: Lord Nelson defeated French and Spanish fleets at the Battle of Trafalgar
- 1807: The British slave trade was abolished.
- 1815: Napoleon defeated.
- 1829: Catholic Emancipation Act.
- 1832: The first Reform Act expanded the right to vote in England.
- 1837-1901: Victoria's reign
- 1868: Trades Union Congress Founded.
- 1870: Education Act
- 1872: Ballot Act
- 1876: Queen Victoria became Empress of India.
- 1884: Voting extended to unskilled workers.
- 1899-1902: Boer War
- 1900: Labour Party Founded
- 1902: Education Act
- 1908: Old Age Pension Act
- 1911: Parliament Act
- 1913: Cat and Mouse Act
- 1914: Britain entered WWI
- 1916: Easter Rising
- 1918: Nationalists (Sinn Fein) won Irish seats in election, proclaimed Irish Republic with de Valera as President.
- 1919: IRA formed
- 1921: Anglo-Irish Treaty; Ireland divided.
- 1926: General strike in Britain
- 1928: Representation of the People Act extended voting rights to women.
- 1929: Great Depression
- 1936: Edward VIII abdicated
- 1939: Britain declared war on Germany
- 1940: Battle of Britain
- 1942: Beveridge Report
- 1944: D-Day
- 1945: End of World War II
- 1947-1949: Independence for many former colonies.
- 1949: UK joined NATO.
- 1951-1964: Conservative governments
- 1956: British and French invaded Egypt
- 1957: Treaty of Rome formed the EEC
- 1964-1970: Labour government
- 1969: Troubles began in Northern Ireland
- 1973: Britain and Ireland entered the Common Market
- 1979: First woman Prime Minister - Margaret Thatcher
- 1979-1990: Thatcher's Policies
- 1982: Falklands War
- 1984: Miners' Strike
- 1986: Single European Act
- 1990: UK joined EMS
- 1993: EEC became the European Union
- 1997: Labour landslide victory, Tony Blair becomes Prime Minister
- 1999: Reform of House of Lords, Scottish and Welsh Assemblies created
- 2000: European Convention on Human Rights
- 2002: Queen Elizabeth II's Golden Jubilee
- 2003-2004: Britain sent troops to Iraq
- 2005: Tony Blair re-elected
- 2005: Terrorist attacks in London
- 2007: Tony Blair resigned
- 2008: Global credit crunch
- 2010: Coalition government
- 2012: Diamond Jubilee
- 2014: Scottish referendum
- 2016: Brexit referendum
- 2017-2019: Brexit negotiations and political turmoil
- 2019: General election, Conservative majority
- 2021: Brexit became official
- 2022: Partygate scandal, energy price rises, Elizabeth II's death.
- 2023: Inflation, high costs of gas and electricity
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This quiz explores significant events in UK history, focusing on the Glorious Revolution, the removal of James II, and the Scottish independence referendum. Test your knowledge of these pivotal moments and their impacts on the monarchy and Scotland's future.
