Causes of the English Civil War Flashcards
1
Q
For how many years did Charles dissolve parliament?
A
11 years
1
Q
Critics of the monarchy and Archbishop
Laud were punished by being pilloried. What does this entail?
A
Having face branded and ears cut off
2
Q
Where did Charles and Archbishop
Laud attempt to introduce a new prayer book?
A
Scotland
3
Q
What is the name given to the list of grievances parliament had against the king?
A
Grand remonstrance
4
Q
How many MPs did Charles try and arrest in 1642?
A
Five
5
Q
Which tax was incredibly unpopular?
A
Ship tax
