full english revision history Flashcards
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Who took over after Oliver Cromwell died?
Oliver Cromwell’s son, Richard Cromwell, became the leader.
Why was Richard Cromwell considered a weak leader?
He did not have the strong leadership skills that his father had, and many people were unhappy with him.
Why did the army and Parliament have problems?
The army wanted to have power and influence, but Parliament wanted to control the army. This led to conflicts between them.
What was the Rump Parliament?
The Rump Parliament was a group of MPs (Members of Parliament) who had been allowed to stay in Parliament after others were removed. They had supported the army during the Civil War.
What did General Monck do during this time?
General Monck was a leader of the Scottish army. He initially supported the Rump Parliament and later helped bring back moderate MPs who had been removed.
What did Charles II want?
Charles II wanted to return to England and become king again.
How did Monck help Charles II?
A: Monck did not support Charles II right away, but he helped create a situation where Charles could return to England safely.
Q: What was the Declaration of Breda?
A: The Declaration of Breda was a statement made by Charles II that promised to be a fair king, offering forgiveness to his enemies and promising religious freedom.
Q: What happened after the Declaration of Breda?
A: After the declaration, Charles II returned to England in 1660, and the monarchy was restored.
Q: Why was this time important in English history?
A: This time marked the end of the Commonwealth and the return of the monarchy, changing how England was governed.
Q: What was the Restoration period in England?
A: The Restoration period was from 1660 to 1688 when Charles II returned to the throne after the English Civil War and the Commonwealth.
Q: How did the Royal Society influence medicine?
A: The Royal Society promoted scientific research and experimentation, encouraging a more systematic approach to studying medicine and health.
Q: What was the humoral theory?
A: The humoral theory was the belief that health depended on balancing four bodily fluids (blood, phlegm, black bile, and yellow bile). This idea began to decline during the Restoration.
Q: How did anatomy and surgery change during this time?
A: Anatomy became more important, with public dissections becoming common. Surgeons gained more respect as they learned more about the human body.
Q: What improvements were made in medical education?
A: Medical education improved with more formal training for physicians and surgeons, and universities began offering courses in medicine.
Q: What public health issues did England face during the Restoration?
A: England faced outbreaks of diseases like the plague and smallpox, highlighting the need for better health management.
