What Do You Know About The Peasants’ Revolt 1381? Quiz

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Questions and Answers
  • 1. 

    Who was the King of England at the time of the Peasants Revolt?

    • A.

      Henry II

    • B.

      Henry III

    • C.

      Richard II

    • D.

      John

    Correct Answer
    C. Richard II
    Explanation
    Richard II was the King of England at the time of the Peasants Revolt. The Peasants Revolt occurred in 1381 and was a major uprising in England led by the common people against the ruling class. Richard II was only 14 years old when the revolt took place, and his weak leadership and inability to effectively handle the revolt led to its eventual suppression.

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  • 2. 

    In 1348-1350, what devastating pandemic swept England, killed an estimated one third of the population and caused severe economic dislocation?

    • A.

      Black Death

    • B.

      Leprosy

    • C.

      Cholera

    • D.

      Typhus

    Correct Answer
    A. Black Death
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Black Death. The Black Death was a devastating pandemic that occurred in England between 1348 and 1350. It is estimated to have killed around one third of the population and caused severe economic dislocation. Leprosy, cholera, and typhus were not responsible for this particular pandemic.

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  • 3. 

    What is the name of the tax that is levied on the peasants?

    • A.

      Value Added Tax

    • B.

      Inheritance Tax

    • C.

      Poll Tax

    • D.

      Ship Tax

    Correct Answer
    C. Poll Tax
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Poll Tax. Poll Tax is a tax that is levied on individuals, specifically the peasants in this case. It is a fixed amount of money that every individual is required to pay, regardless of their income or wealth. This type of tax was commonly imposed on lower-income individuals or peasants in the past, as it was considered a more equitable way of taxation compared to taxing based on income or property.

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  • 4. 

    What two English counties did the Peasant's Revolt start in?

    • A.

      Middlesex & Surrey

    • B.

      Surrey & Kent

    • C.

      Kent & Essex

    • D.

      Essex & Middlesex

    Correct Answer
    C. Kent & Essex
    Explanation
    The Peasant's Revolt began in Kent and Essex. This revolt was a major uprising in England during the 14th century, led by Wat Tyler, John Ball, and other rebel leaders. The revolt was triggered by the imposition of a poll tax and the harsh treatment of peasants by the ruling class. The rebels marched from Essex to London, gathering support along the way, and demanding an end to serfdom and other oppressive practices. The revolt had a significant impact on English society and contributed to the eventual decline of feudalism.

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  • 5. 

    Which of the following men was not one of the leaders of the Peasant's Revolt?

    • A.

      John Ball

    • B.

      Jack Straw

    • C.

      Wat Tyler

    • D.

      Robert Hales

    Correct Answer
    D. Robert Hales
    Explanation
    Robert Hales was not one of the leaders of the Peasant's Revolt. The Peasant's Revolt of 1381 in England was primarily led by notable figures such as John Ball, a radical preacher who advocated for social equality and justice, Jack Straw, an insurgent leader who played a significant role in the uprising, and Wat Tyler, who emerged as one of the key commanders during the rebellion. Robert Hales, on the other hand, was not a leader of the revolt but rather the Lord High Treasurer of England at the time. His association with the government made him a target of the rebels, and he was among those executed during the course of the uprising.

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  • 6. 

    Which palace did the rebels burn to the ground?

    • A.

      Havering Palace

    • B.

      The Savoy Palace

    • C.

      Lambeth Palace

    • D.

      Buckingham Palace

    Correct Answer
    B. The Savoy Palace
    Explanation
    The rebels burned down The Savoy Palace.

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