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Christianity and Church of England between 1625 and 1688, according to Edexcel A-level specification Flashcards

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What was the primary religious authority in England during the period of 1625 to 1688?

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The Church of England

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True or False: The Church of England was established by King Henry VIII.

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True

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Fill in the blank: The Restoration of the monarchy in 1660 led to the re-establishment of the _______.

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Church of England

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Who was the monarch at the start of this period in 1625?

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King Charles I

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What significant religious conflict occurred during the 1640s in England?

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The English Civil War

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Which group sought to purify the Church of England of Catholic practices?

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Puritans

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What was the Act of Uniformity 1662?

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A law that mandated the use of the Book of Common Prayer in Church services.

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True or False: The Glorious Revolution of 1688 resulted in the establishment of a Catholic monarchy.

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False

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Who was the monarch during the Glorious Revolution?

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William of Orange

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What document was significant for the Church of England after the Restoration?

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The Book of Common Prayer

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What was the main consequence of the English Civil War on the Church of England?

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Temporary abolition of the monarchy and the establishment of the Commonwealth.

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Which act allowed dissenters to worship freely but required them to register their meeting places?

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The Toleration Act 1689

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What was the significance of the Test Act of 1673?

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It required all officeholders to receive communion in the Church of England.

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True or False: The Puritan movement was completely successful in its goals.

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False

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What was the primary aim of the Laudian reforms under Archbishop William Laud?

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To beautify church services and emphasize the episcopal structure.

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Who succeeded Charles I after his execution in 1649?

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Oliver Cromwell

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Fill in the blank: The Church of England faced significant challenges from _______ during the Interregnum.

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Nonconformists

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What was the role of bishops in the Church of England during this period?

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They were key leaders and administrators within the church hierarchy.

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Which religious group was known for their radical views during the English Civil War?

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Quakers

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What was the significance of the 1647 Westminster Assembly?

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It aimed to reform the Church of England and produce a new confession of faith.

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True or False: The monarchy was restored in 1660 without any religious changes.

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False

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What was the impact of the Great Ejection of 1662?

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Thousands of Puritan ministers were expelled from their positions.

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Who was the leading figure of the Church of England at the time of the Restoration?

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Archbishop William Laud

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Fill in the blank: The Act of Uniformity required all clergy to conform to the _______.

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Book of Common Prayer

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What was the primary focus of the High Church faction within the Church of England?
To maintain traditional liturgy and practices.
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Which document established the rights of Protestants in England after the Glorious Revolution?
The Bill of Rights 1689
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True or False: The Church of England became more tolerant of dissenters after 1688.
True
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What was the main religious conflict during the reign of Charles II?
Struggles between Anglicans and Nonconformists.
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Who were the key opponents of King Charles I during the English Civil War?
Parliamentarians
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What was the significance of the Puritan Revolution?
It challenged the authority of the monarchy and the established church.
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Fill in the blank: The Church of England was officially re-established under _______ in 1660.
Charles II
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What was the primary concern of the Church of England regarding dissenters?
Maintaining religious uniformity and authority.
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True or False: The Quakers were accepted within the Church of England.
False
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What was the predominant view of the Church of England towards Catholicism during this period?
It viewed Catholicism with suspicion and hostility.
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What was the Restoration Settlement?
A series of laws and agreements that re-established the Church of England.
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Who was responsible for the religious policies during the Interregnum?
The Puritan leaders, particularly Oliver Cromwell.
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Fill in the blank: The Church of England's hierarchy includes bishops, priests, and _______.
Deacons
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What was the role of the Anglican clergy after the Restoration?
To lead services and uphold the doctrines of the Church of England.
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True or False: The Test Act of 1673 allowed Catholics to hold public office.
False
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What was the significance of the Glorious Revolution for the monarchy?
It established constitutional monarchy and limited the powers of the king.
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Which religious group was often persecuted for their beliefs during this period?
Dissenters
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Fill in the blank: The Church of England primarily served the _______ class after the Restoration.
Upper
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What was the impact of the English Civil War on the Church of England's authority?
It significantly weakened the Church's authority and influence.
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True or False: The Restoration period saw a decline in the number of dissenting congregations.
False
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What was one of the main goals of the Puritans?
To reform the Church of England and eliminate remaining Catholic influences.
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Who was the leader of the Parliamentarians during the English Civil War?
Oliver Cromwell
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Fill in the blank: The _______ Act established the Church of England as the state church.
Act of Uniformity
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What was one of the main religious policies of Charles II?
To promote tolerance towards different Protestant sects.
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True or False: The Church of England remained unified throughout this period.
False
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What was the purpose of the Westminster Confession of Faith?
To outline the beliefs of the Puritan movement.
51
Who was the Archbishop of Canterbury during the Restoration?
William Sancroft
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Fill in the blank: The _______ Revolution led to the establishment of a Protestant monarchy.
Glorious
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What was a common criticism of the Church of England from Puritans?
It retained too many Catholic practices.
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True or False: The monarchy was fully restored without any resistance in 1660.
False
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What was one of the key features of the Church of England's liturgy after the Restoration?
The use of the Book of Common Prayer.
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Who were the main supporters of King Charles I?
Royalists or Cavaliers
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Fill in the blank: The _______ Act of 1689 allowed freedom of worship for Protestant dissenters.
Toleration
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What event marked the end of the English Civil War?
The execution of King Charles I in 1649.
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True or False: The Church of England was established as a result of the Reformation.
True
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What was the impact of the Act of Toleration on the Church of England?
It allowed for the existence of dissenting congregations.
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Who was the primary architect of the Laudian reforms?
William Laud
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Fill in the blank: The Church of England was often criticized for being too _______.
Elitist
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What was the primary challenge faced by the Church of England after the Restoration?
Maintaining unity among diverse religious groups.
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True or False: The Puritans supported the monarchy during the English Civil War.
False
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What was one of the key outcomes of the Glorious Revolution?
The establishment of William and Mary as joint monarchs.
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Who was the monarch during the English Civil War?
King Charles I
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Fill in the blank: The _______ Assembly was convened to address church governance during the Civil War.
Westminster
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What was the primary theological concern of the Church of England?
To balance between Catholic traditions and Protestant reforms.
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True or False: The Church of England supported the execution of King Charles I.
False
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What reform did the Puritans advocate for concerning church governance?
Greater democratic participation and less hierarchical structure.
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Fill in the blank: The _______ Act restricted the political rights of Catholics in England.
Test
72
What was the role of the clergy in maintaining the Church of England's authority?
To preach, administer sacraments, and uphold church law.
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True or False: The Church of England was the only legal church in England after the Restoration.
False
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What was the primary focus of the High Church movement?
To emphasize traditional practices and the authority of bishops.
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Fill in the blank: The _______ of 1673 required all public officeholders to be Anglican.
Test Act
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What was a notable feature of religious life in England during the late 17th century?
The rise of Nonconformist sects.
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Who was the king who reigned during the majority of the period from 1660 to 1685?
Charles II
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Fill in the blank: The _______ of 1688 was a bloodless coup that resulted in a new monarchy.
Glorious Revolution
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What did the Puritans believe about the Church of England?
That it was still too similar to the Catholic Church.

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