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This article explores the key events and figures in the evolution of democracy in England, from the signing of the Petition of Right to the establishment of a constitutional monarchy. It covers topics such as the English Civil War, Oliver Cromwell's dictatorship, the restoration of the monarchy, the Glorious Revolution, and the English Bill of Rights. Discover how power shifted and the role of the monarch changed over time in shaping English governance.
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Charles I Petition of Right
The Petition of Right limited the monarch’s power; an idea that directly contradicts the idea of absolute monarchy
What happened as a result of Charles I ignoring the Petition of Right?
Who became the new ruler of England after the English Civil War?
What type of government was Oliver Cromwell supposed to create?
What type of government did Oliver Cromwell actually establish?
Oliver Cromwell created a dictatorship. He ruled as a dictator. It’s like an absolute monarchy without the title of “King.” I may not be king, but I want all the power!
Charles II Oliver was worse than Charles! We want our king back! Please come back! Okay
Which English monarch was asked to step down, because he was Catholic?
Tories James II
Whigs and Tories Whigs Support James II Tories Oppose James II James II forced to flee England
The Glorious Revolution was the peaceful transfer of power from James II to William and Mary. No need for guns, I’ll Just leave.
William and Mary signed the English Bill of Rights English Bill of Rights
What type of government did William and Mary establish in England?
Constitutional Monarchy A government that has a monarch, but the monarch’s power is limited by the Constitution (the law).
None. The monarch is just a figure head. I may not have any power, but at least I still get to wear my crown and live in my castle.
The Prime Minister Gordon Brown