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English Civil War and the Roots of Democracy

Explore the English Civil War and the Magna Carta's impact on the transfer of power from the monarchy to the people. Learn about the struggles between kings and Parliament, and the differences in rule between England and France in the 16th and 17th centuries.

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English Civil War and the Roots of Democracy

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  1. AIM: What was the English Civil War? Do Now: “Kings are justly called gods, for that they exercise a manner or resemblance of divine power upon earth.” Explain what the above quote means. Study for Map Quiz!

  2. The Magna Carta (1215) • This was the root of English Democracy. • This document limited the power of the king ending absolute rule • This was the first step toward transferring the power to the people.

  3. Monarchs Defy Parliament • James’s Problems • James I of Scotland becomes king of England in 1603. • Struggles with Parliament over money. • What is Parliament? • A legislature (makes laws for a nation).

  4. P536-539 P614-617

  5. Oliver Cromwell opens coffin of King Charles I. Canvas (1831),

  6. Differences in rule between England and France in the 16th and 17th centuries

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