From Elizabeth to the English Civil War

Flashcards covering the succession of James I, his efforts to unite England and Scotland, and the primary causes leading to the English Civil War under Charles I.

Which monarch, who succeeded Queen Elizabeth I, is depicted in the portrait?

King James I

In what year did Queen Elizabeth I die?

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Who was the mother of King James I?

Mary Queen of Scots

What position did James I already hold before becoming the King of England?

King of Scotland

What did many Scots fear when James I became the King of England?

They feared he would neglect Scotland.

What concern or doubt did some English people have about James I's rule?

They doubted whether one ruler could successfully govern two different nations.

What title did James I call himself to promote the idea of a shared identity between England and Scotland?

King of Great Britain

Which three institutions did James I propose that England and Scotland share?

The same laws, church, and parliament

What were the three main issues of disagreement between King Charles I and Parliament that led to the English Civil War?

Religion, power, and money

What doctrine did King Charles I believe in regarding the authority of monarchs?

The divine right of kings

For how long did King Charles I dissolve Parliament and rule without it?

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Whom did King Charles I marry, worsening religious conflicts in England?

A Catholic princess

What unpopular fee did King Charles I impose to raise funds due to financial problems?

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