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  1. Who was the last monarch of the Stuart dynasty?
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Queen Anne

Ruled from 1702 to 1714

After her death, the House of Hanover succeeded the Stuarts

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  1. What was the fate of Mary, Queen of Scots?
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She was executed in 1587

Accused of plotting against Elizabeth I, her cousin

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  1. What year did the English Civil War begin?
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1642

Conflict between King Charles I and Parliament

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  1. Who was the ruling monarch when the Great Fire of London occurred?
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King Charles II

The fire happened in 1666

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  1. What was the main economic activity in Scotland during the Industrial Revolution?
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Textile manufacturing (especially cotton and wool)

Also known for coal mining and shipbuilding

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  1. What was the title of Henry VIII’s father?
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Henry VII

First monarch of the Tudor dynasty

(Henry VII’s main title was King of England and Lord of Ireland. He was also known as Henry Tudor, earl of Richmond, and is considered the founder of the Tudor dynasty. )

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  1. What city was known as the heart of England’s capital during the Tudor period?
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London, especially Westminster

It was the political and royal center

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  1. What year was the Spanish Armada defeated?
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1588

Defeated by the English navy under Elizabeth I

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  1. What was the nickname for the supporters of Parliament during the English Civil War?
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Roundheads

Named for their short hair, unlike the long-haired Royalists

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  1. Who was the main military leader for the Parliamentarians during the English Civil War?
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Oliver Cromwell

Led the New Model Army to victory

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  1. What was the significant religious change implemented by Henry VIII?
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He broke away from the Roman Catholic Church

Created the Church of England in 1534

Made himself the Supreme Head of the Church

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  1. Who succeeded Elizabeth I as the ruler of England?
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James I

Son of Mary, Queen of Scots

First monarch of the Stuart dynasty

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  1. What was the dominant language in London during the Tudor period?
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Early Modern English

Developed from Middle English with influences from Latin and French

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  1. Who was the queen known for her Protestant reformation?
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Elizabeth I

Restored Protestantism after Mary I’s Catholic reign

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  1. What city was the largest port in Britain after London?
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Liverpool

Grew rapidly in the 18th century due to Atlantic trade, including the slave trade

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  1. What was the main industry in Glasgow during the Industrial Revolution?
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Shipbuilding

Also known for engineering and textiles

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  1. What was the main religion in Ireland during the reign of James I?
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Roman Catholicism remained dominant

Despite efforts to spread Protestantism

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  1. Who was the primary author of the Book of Common Prayer?
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Thomas Cranmer

Archbishop of Canterbury under Henry VIII and Edward VI

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  1. What was the primary language of the English court during the Tudor period?
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English (Early Modern English)

Replaced French as the language of court and government

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  1. What was the main religion in England during the reign of Elizabeth I?
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Protestantism

Established by the Elizabethan Religious Settlement of 1559

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  1. What was the main industry in Northern England during the Industrial Revolution?
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Textile manufacturing

Especially cotton and wool production

Cities like Manchester and Leeds became industrial centers

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  1. What city is known for its association with William Shakespeare?
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Stratford-upon-Avon

His birthplace and burial place

Also linked to London, where he worked

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  1. What year did the English Reformation begin?
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1534

When Henry VIII established the Church of England

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  1. What was the primary cause of the Dissolution of the Monasteries?
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driven by King Henry VIII’s desire to seize the vast wealth and land held by the Catholic Church, particularly monasteries. This was partly fueled by his break with the Pope and the establishment of the Church of England, as well as financial needs stemming from costly wars. Allegations of corruption and immoral behavior within monasteries were also used as justification, though this was likely a pretext to facilitate the seizure of their assets.

Monasteries owned vast lands and treasures

He wanted to weaken the Catholic Church in England

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125. What city was the capital of Ireland during the Tudor period?
Dublin Center of English rule in Ireland
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126. What was the significant religious text introduced during the reign of Edward VI?
The Book of Common Prayer (1549) Written by Thomas Cranmer Introduced Protestant worship in English
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127. What year did the first Union Flag become the national flag for use at sea?
1606 Combined the flags of England and Scotland
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128. What city was the main cultural center in Scotland during the Tudor period?
Edinburgh Known for its education, printing, and literature
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129. What year did the Glorious Revolution occur?
1688 When James II was overthrown and replaced by William III and Mary II
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130. What was the main language of public worship during the reign of Mary I?
Latin She restored Catholic practices and ended Protestant reforms
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131. Who was the main opponent of King Charles I during the English Civil War?
Oliver Cromwell Leader of the Parliamentarian (Roundhead) forces
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132. What city was the main administrative center of England during the Tudor period?
London Center of government, royal court, and Parliament
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133. Who succeeded James I as the ruler of England?
Charles I His son, ruled from 1625 to 1649
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134. What was the significant religious settlement introduced by Elizabeth I?
The Elizabethan Religious Settlement (1559) Created a moderate Protestant Church of England a compromise by Queen Elizabeth I to address the religious divides in England, aiming to unite the country under a single Church. It established the monarch's supremacy over the Church of England while incorporating elements of both Catholic and Protestant traditions.
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135. What city was the main industrial center in Northern Ireland during the Industrial Revolution?
Belfast Known for shipbuilding and linen production
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136. What was the main industry in Northern England during the reign of Henry VIII?
Wool trade England’s economy relied heavily on sheep farming and wool exports
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137. What was the primary language of the court during the reign of Elizabeth I?
English Replaced French and Latin in most formal settings
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138. What year did the Act of Uniformity pass during the reign of Elizabeth I?
1559 Required use of the Book of Common Prayer in all churches
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139. What was the primary cause of the English Reformation?
Henry VIII’s desire for a divorce from Catherine of Aragon The Pope’s refusal led to a break from the Catholic Church detailed: (Political Motives: Henry VIII desperately needed a male heir to secure the Tudor dynasty. After his marriage to Catherine of Aragon produced only a daughter (Mary), he sought an annulment to marry Anne Boleyn, hoping she would bear him a son. Catholic Church's Refusal: The Pope, under the influence of Catherine's nephew, Emperor Charles V, refused to grant the annulment, leading Henry VIII to declare himself the Supreme Head of the Church of England and break from the Roman Catholic Church.)
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140. Who succeeded Charles I as the ruler of England?
No monarch immediately Oliver Cromwell became Lord Protector during the Commonwealth (1649–1660) detailed: After the execution of Charles I in 1649, England became a republic, known as the Commonwealth of England, and was not ruled by a monarch for a period of time. Oliver Cromwell then became Lord Protector, effectively ruling England as a military dictator. Upon the restoration of the monarchy in 1660, Charles I's son, Charles II, was proclaimed king
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141. Who became king in accordance with the Act of Settlement in 1714?
George I From Hanover, chosen to ensure a Protestant monarch
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142. Whose era continued through 4 successive Georges and ended with the last representative of the line William IV?
The Hanoverian era Spanned from George I to William IV (1714–1837)
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143. Who was the opposition to the Hanoverians?
The Jacobites Supported James II's descendants (Catholic claimants)
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144. Who allowed the Whigs to form his government?
George I Trusted the Whigs because they supported his rule (Who Were the Whigs? The Whigs were a political group that supported: Parliamentary power over the king Religious tolerance (especially for Protestants) The Hanoverian dynasty (like George I) Constitutional monarchy)
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145. Who is considered Britain’s first Prime Minister?
Robert Walpole Held office from 1721 to 1742
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146. What revolution was in 1689?
The Glorious Revolution Peaceful transfer of power to William and Mary
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147. What happened in 1832 to English Parliament?
The First Reform Act Gave voting rights to more middle-class men, reduced rotten boroughs
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148. In what way were the politicians elected?
Politicians were elected by a small group of people—mainly wealthy, land-owning men. The right to vote depended on owning property or land, not on age or citizenship alone. Women, poor men, and most workers could not vote at all. (Before 1832 Reform Act There was no fair representation of population or social class. The aristocracy and rich landowners controlled most of Parliament. Bribery and corruption were common during elections.)
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149. What war Britain participated in 1740–1748?
War of the Austrian Succession
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150. What war Britain participated in 1756–1763?
Seven Years' War a combination of European and colonial disputes, primarily between Great Britain and France
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151. What war Britain participated in 1776–1783?
American War of Independence The 13 Colonies broke away from British rule