Charles I Flashcards
(7 cards)
1
Q
Why did Charles believe he could do as he pleased?
A
- Charles believed in the Divine Right of Kings
* He thought he was the monarch appointed by God
2
Q
Why did Charles rule without Parliament?
A
He was short on money and they refused to give him any
3
Q
How long did Charles rule without Parliament
A
11 years
4
Q
Why were the people angry about Ship Tax?
A
- Charles would collect it all over the country not just in coastal areas
- He made them pay even when there wasn’t any war
5
Q
Why did the Scots attack England?
A
Charles angered them by making them use a new prayer book
6
Q
Why was Charles put on trial?
A
•He lost the Civil war and put on trial for treason
7
Q
What were the people called who fought along the king in the civil war?
A
Royalists
