King John and the Pope

King John's relationship with the church was tumultuous, marked by his opposition to Stephen Langton's appointment as Archbishop of Canterbury, leading to England's interdite. Despite this, John later reconciled with the Pope, influenced by political pressures and the promise of a crusade. Langton played a crucial role in the Magna Carta, advocating for church freedoms and mediating between factions. After John's death, the Magna Carta was reissued, becoming a symbol of good governance.

What was the religious action taken against England due to King John's opposition to Stephen Langton's appointment?

• A papal decree

• A church council

• A general excommunication

• A religious interdiction

Which of the following was NOT a reason for King John's reconciliation with the Pope?

• Desire to go on a crusade

• Domestic unrest

• Need for financial support

• Threat of a French invasion

What was one of the political calculations King John made to gain the Pope's support?

• He pledged to marry a noblewoman

• He offered to lower taxes

• He agreed to go on a crusade

• He promised to build new churches

Who played a significant role in drafting the Magna Carta and mediating during the crisis?

• Stephen Langton

• Pandolfe

• William Marshall

• Henry II

What happened to the Magna Carta after King John's death?

• It was reissued with some changes

• It was ignored by the new king

• It was declared illegal by the Pope

• It was completely abolished