Magna Carta

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What is an absolute monarchy?

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The king (monarch) has all of the power.

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True or False: The people get to vote on who the next monarch is.

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False

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A monarchy is...

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a government ruled by a king or queen

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Why was King John forced to sign the Magna Carta?

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to force the monarchy to give up power

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What 13th century document established the rights listed below?
- Basic rights of citizens
- Rule of law
- Representative assemblies

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the Magna Carta

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This painting shows King John signing a document in 1215. Which groups of people are forcing the King to sign this document? knights, nobles, peasants, serfs

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nobles

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Why is the Magna Carta an important document in British history?

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It was the first document to place limits on the king's power.

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The Magna Carta means...

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Great Charter

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This system was used to run life in England during the Middle Ages.

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Feudalism

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This wealthy class of people were directly under the King and held important titles such as Baron or Baroness.

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Nobles