Jacobite Rebellions - 3 Minute History

The video covers the Glorious Revolution, where William of Orange replaced King James II, leading to the Jacobite uprisings. The Jacobites, who supported the divine right of kings and had Catholic backing, faced several defeats, notably at the Battle of Culloden. The aftermath saw the end of Jacobitism and the Highland Clearances, which devastated the Scottish Highlands.

What was the main reason for the initial Jacobite uprising led by the Viscount of Dundee?

• To restore King James II, who was seen as the rightful king

• To establish a new independent Scottish kingdom

• To oppose the Act of Union between England and Scotland

• To support William of Orange's claim to the throne

What significant political change occurred in 1707 that affected the Jacobite cause?

• The Battle of Culloden

• The Act of Union between England and Scotland

• The Treaty of Utrecht

• The Glorious Revolution

Which event marked the end of the second Jacobite rebellion?

• The Battle of Culloden

• The Battle of Glenshiel

• The Battle of Sheriffmuir

• The Battle of Killiecrankie

What was the outcome of the Battle of Culloden in 1746?

• A peace treaty between the Jacobites and the British

• A decisive victory for the British government forces

• A decisive victory for the Jacobites

• A stalemate with no clear winner

What were the consequences for the Highland clans after the final Jacobite uprising?

• They were stripped of their authority and faced the Highland Clearances

• They formed a new independent Scottish government

• They gained more autonomy and power

• They were granted lands in England as compensation