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What event followed Cromwell’s Puritan dictatorship in England?
The restoration of the Stuart monarchy followed Cromwell's Puritan dictatorship in England.
What were the religious issues in England during the Restoration?
Religious tensions remained after the Restoration, with conflicts between Catholicism and Protestantism.
What was Charles II's vision for England?
Charles II, raised at the French court, dreamed of absolute monarchy and a return to Catholicism.
How did the English Parliament react to James II's actions?
The English Parliament deposed James II after he baptized his heir, fearing a return to Catholicism.
Who was brought to power after James II?
James II's daughter Mary and her husband, William of Orange, were brought to power after his deposition.
What significant law was passed to limit royal power during the Glorious Revolution?
The Bill of Rights (1689) was passed, limiting royal power and guaranteeing public freedoms.
What political system did the Glorious Revolution establish in England?
The Glorious Revolution established a constitutional monarchy in England.
How did the Glorious Revolution affect the power of the monarchy?
The Glorious Revolution limited the power of the monarchy in favor of Parliament.
What was the Bill of Rights, and why was it important?
The Bill of Rights was a law that guaranteed individual freedoms and limited the monarchy’s powers, marking the beginning of constitutional monarchy.
What was the significance of the Glorious Revolution for England?
The Glorious Revolution marked the transition to constitutional monarchy and solidified England as a land of freedom.
What was the role of William of Orange in the Glorious Revolution?
William of Orange played a key role in the Glorious Revolution by being invited to rule England, defeating James II.
What did the Glorious Revolution symbolize for England politically?
The Glorious Revolution symbolized the triumph of parliamentary sovereignty over royal absolutism.
How did the Glorious Revolution affect England's religious landscape?
The Glorious Revolution solidified Protestantism in England, with William of Orange being a Protestant ruler.
What was the long-term impact of the Glorious Revolution on England?
The Glorious Revolution paved the way for a constitutional monarchy and greater political stability in England.
How did the Glorious Revolution contribute to England’s rise as a European power?
The political stability brought by the Glorious Revolution allowed England to focus on military and colonial expansion, making it a major European power.
What role did England’s navy play in its 18th-century success?
England's powerful navy allowed it to dominate the seas and expand its empire in the 18th century.
How did the Glorious Revolution influence the British political system?
The Glorious Revolution set the foundation for a balanced political system with a monarch whose powers were limited by Parliament.
What was the religious tension in England during the reign of James II?
James II’s Catholicism caused tension in England, which was largely Protestant, leading to his eventual deposition.
What was the result of the Bill of Rights in terms of government power?
The Bill of Rights reduced the power of the monarchy and ensured that Parliament had more influence over governance.
How did the Glorious Revolution impact European history?
The Glorious Revolution set an example for other countries by showing that a monarch could be overthrown to establish a more democratic system.
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