Oliver Cromwell and His Era

Who was Oliver Cromwell?

• An English military and political leader who served as Lord Protector of the Commonwealth of England, Scotland, and Ireland from 1653 until his death.

• A famous English playwright known for his tragedies and comedies.

• A British monarch who ruled during the 17th century.

• A renowned philosopher and writer of the Enlightenment period.

When was Charles I’s son asked to come back?

• 1642

• 1660

• 1685

• 1650

Why was Oliver’s period called the good old days?

• Because England was a strong Protestant country and defeated various enemies.

• Because it was a time of great economic prosperity and wealth.

• Because it was marked by peace and no wars.

• Because it was a time of cultural renaissance and artistic achievements.

What made Old Jack say that everything began to fall apart?

• Oliver Cromwell left the country in a lot of debt because of all his wars.

• The economy was thriving and everyone was happy.

• A new ruler took over and changed all the laws.

• The people revolted against the government.

Who asked Charles I’s son to come back?

• The Parliament asked Charles I’s son to come back.

• The King of France asked Charles I’s son to come back.

• The English people asked Charles I’s son to come back.

• The Royalists asked Charles I’s son to come back.

How did God punish the people of London?

• By sending the Plague, and then the terrible fire.

• By flooding the city with water.

• By sending a severe drought.

• By causing an earthquake.

Who was James to King Charles II?

• James was the younger brother of King Charles II.

• James was the cousin of King Charles II.

• James was the son of King Charles II.

• James was the uncle of King Charles II.

Who ruled England during the Great Plague of London?

• Charles I

• Charles II

• James I

• Henry VIII

When did King Charles II die?

• 1675

• 1685

• 1690

• 1660

What made them feel proud to be English?

• Oliver Cromwell was respected throughout Europe.

• The English monarchy was the oldest in the world.

• The English language was spoken globally.

• England had the largest empire in history.