Magna Carta CKLA chapter 7

Who were the main beneficiaries of the Magna Carta?

• Peasants

• Feudal lords

• Foreign merchants

• Church clergy

Tags

CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

What did the Magna Carta state about the king's decision-making process?

• The king could make new laws without consulting anyone

• The king had to consult with others before making new laws

• The king had to consult with the Church before making new laws

• The king had to consult with foreign merchants before making new laws

Tags

CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

What did the Magna Carta establish regarding the rule of law?

• Courts must recognize the rule of law

• Courts can ignore the rule of law

• The king is above the rule of law

• The Church is above the rule of law

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.7

CCSS.RI.5.7

CCSS.RL.3.7

CCSS.RL.4.7

CCSS.RL.5.7

What happened to King John after the signing of the Magna Carta?

• He was overthrown by the Church

• He died of a fever

• He abdicated the throne

• He continued to rule with absolute power

Tags

CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

What new governing body was established in England within 50 years of King John's death?

• The Parliament

• The Monarchy

• The Feudal Lords

• The Church Council

Tags

CCSS.RL.7.9

CCSS.RL.8.9