What was the historical significance of the Battle of Lewes 1264?

The transcript discusses the Battle of Lewis, where Simon De Montfort achieved a decisive victory over forces loyal to Henry III. Following the victory, De Montfort established a government based on the 1258 provisions of Oxford, while Henry retained the title of King. De Montfort's reforms included inviting representatives from counties and borough towns to Parliament, marking the first time towns were represented. However, power remained concentrated at the top, and regular parliamentary representation for boroughs did not occur until the 14th century.

What was the outcome of the Battle of Lewis?

• A decisive win for Simon De Montfort

• A victory for King Henry III

• A minor skirmish with little impact

• A stalemate with no clear winner

After the Battle of Lewis, what was the basis for the new government established by Simon De Montfort?

• The Magna Carta

• The Treaty of Paris

• The 1258 provisions of Oxford

• The Charter of Liberties

Who retained the title of King after Simon De Montfort's victory?

• Simon De Montfort

• Henry III

• Richard of Cornwall

• Prince Edward

What was a significant change introduced by Simon De Montfort in the Parliament?

• Establishing a new royal family

• Creating a new constitution

• Abolishing the monarchy

• Inviting representatives from borough towns

Despite the reforms, where was power still concentrated after De Montfort's changes?

• Among the common people

• Within the merchant class

• In the hands of the clergy

• At the top of society