Review: Magna Carta, Petition of Right, &English Bill of Rights

Review: Magna Carta, Petition of Right, &English Bill of Rights

8th Grade

10 Qs

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Review: Magna Carta, Petition of Right, &English Bill of Rights

Review: Magna Carta, Petition of Right, &English Bill of Rights

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the primary purpose of the Magna Carta when it was originally created in 1215?

To establish a new monarchy

To limit the power of the king and protect barons' rights

To create a new legal system

To abolish taxes

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following rights was established by the Magna Carta?

Freedom of speech

Right to a fair trial

Right to bear arms

Right to vote

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

The Petition of Right, signed in 1628, was significant because it:

Established the English Parliament

Limited the king's ability to tax without Parliament's consent

Abolished the monarchy

Created the English Bill of Rights

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which document is considered a cornerstone of constitutional law in England and influenced the development of modern democracies?

The Magna Carta

The Petition of Right

The English Bill of Rights

The Declaration of Independence

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

The English Bill of Rights, enacted in 1689, primarily aimed to:

Establish a new monarchy

Limit the powers of the monarchy and affirm Parliament's authority

Create a new legal system

Abolish taxes

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following rights was guaranteed by the English Bill of Rights?

Freedom of religion

Right to a fair trial

Freedom from cruel and unusual punishment

Right to vote

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

The Magna Carta is often seen as an early step in the development of:

Absolute monarchy

Constitutional government

Feudalism

Theocracy

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