Ch 2: The Fight For Democracy And The English Civil War (Page 42-48)

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    How did Charles II make sure he had the majority of supporters in parliament?

    • Blackmail
    • Persuasion
    • Bribery
    • All of the above
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  • 2. 

    The new Bill of Rights were created because...

    • The old rights were out of date

    • It made it clear that parliament was the real government

    • England was a republic

    • The Anti-Catholic feeling was very high

    Correct Answer
    A. It made it clear that parliament was the real government
    Explanation
    The new Bill of Rights was created to establish and clarify the power and authority of the parliament as the true governing body. This was necessary because the previous rights were outdated and did not clearly define the role of parliament in the government. By enacting the new Bill of Rights, it ensured that parliament had the ultimate authority and control in governing the country.

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  • 3. 

    Who was Oliver Cromwell?

    • Protestant

    • Master Soldier

    • Member of Parliament

    • All of the above. 

    Correct Answer
    A. All of the above. 
    Explanation
    Oliver Cromwell was a Protestant, a master soldier, and a member of Parliament. He played a significant role in the English Civil War, leading the Parliamentary forces to victory. Cromwell was deeply influenced by his Protestant faith and became a prominent political and military leader. He was also a member of Parliament, where he was instrumental in the development of the New Model Army and the overthrow of King Charles I, ultimately leading to the establishment of the Commonwealth.

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  • 4. 

    Why did James II abdicate his throne?

    • His supporters fled the country

    • He was Anti-Catholic

    • He was going to be executed

    • He couldn't afford extravagant lifestyle

    Correct Answer
    A. His supporters fled the country
    Explanation
    James II abdicated his throne because his supporters fled the country. This suggests that he lost the backing and loyalty of his followers, which weakened his position as the monarch. Without the support of his supporters, James II likely felt that he could no longer effectively rule and maintain his power, leading him to abdicate the throne.

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  • 5. 

    Which John Locke theory led to the French and American Revolution?

    • Anti-Catholic

    • Anti-Divine-Right

    • Anti-Royalist

    • New Rights

    Correct Answer
    A. Anti-Divine-Right
    Explanation
    John Locke's political philosophy was centered around the idea of natural rights, which emphasized that individuals have inherent rights to life, liberty, and property. One of his most important contributions was his critique of the Divine Right of Kings, which was a common belief in the 17th century. The Divine Right theory asserted that kings were appointed by God, and their authority could not be challenged by their subjects.









     

    Locke strongly opposed this idea. He argued that political power should not come from divine appointment, but from the consent of the people. According to Locke, a government's legitimacy comes from the people it governs, and rulers must protect the natural rights of individuals. If a government fails to do this, Locke believed that people had the right to overthrow it.

     

    This idea greatly influenced both the French Revolution and the American Revolution. In the U.S., Locke’s theory contributed to the creation of the Constitution, where government power was structured to be accountable to the people. Similarly, in France, Locke’s ideas about natural rights helped fuel the desire for liberty and equality, leading to the overthrow of the monarchy.

     

    So, anti-divine-right could describe Locke's philosophy, though it's not a specific term. His ideas directly challenged the notion that monarchs had God-given authority, promoting instead a system where the people hold the power.

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  • 6. 

    What happened when the Blue Laws were overturned?

  • 7. 

    Why was the Divine Right dead?

  • 8. 

    Knowing the definition of the Test Act, explain how James II infuriated parliament.

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