English Civil War Flashcards
1
Q
When did Charles 1 succeed the throne
A
1625
2
Q
What was the name of the family Charles 1 came from
A
Stuarts
3
Q
Who was Charles 1 father
A
James 1
4
Q
What happened on 30 January 1649
A
Charles 1 beheaded
5
Q
What idea did Charles 1 believe gave him ultimate power
A
The divine right of kings
6
Q
What religion did Charles say he supported
A
Protestantism
7
Q
Secretly what religion did Charles 1 practise
A
Catholicism
8
Q
Give one reason why parliament and the king fell out?
A
Taxation, power, suspension of parliament, arresting mp’s etc
9
Q
When did the first battle of the English civil war take place and what was it called?
A
Edge hill - 23rd October 1642
