Peasant Rebellion Outcomes and Reactions

In the 14th century, the Black Death drastically reduced England's population, leading to economic shifts as surviving laborers demanded higher wages. The government, under Richard II, imposed unpopular taxes to fund the costly Hundred Years' War, sparking widespread unrest. In 1381, uprisings began in Essex and Kent, with rebels advancing on London. Despite initial successes, including entering the city and gaining support, the rebellion was ultimately suppressed. Richard II's negotiations failed, and the rebellion's leader, Wat Tyler, was killed. The rebellion ended with the reestablishment of serfdom and little achieved.

What was one of the main consequences of the Black Death in England during the 14th century?

• A labor shortage that allowed workers to demand higher wages

• An increase in the power of the monarchy

• A decrease in agricultural production

• The immediate end of the 100 Years War

Why were the poll taxes introduced by the government unpopular?

• They were only applied to the nobility

• They were used to fund public infrastructure

• They were seen as a fair way to distribute wealth

• They were perceived as a burden on the poor

What event in Essex marked the beginning of the larger rebellion?

• A successful negotiation with the king

• The capture of a local lord

• A tax collector being chased away

• The burning of a government building

Who led the rebels as they advanced on London?

• Wat Tyler

• John Ball

• Richard II

• John of Gaunt

What was the reaction of Londoners when the rebels arrived?

• They joined the rebels

• They fled the city

• They called for military support

• They closed the city gates

What was one of the actions taken by the rebels upon entering London?

• They destroyed the Knights Hospitaller at Temple

• They built new fortifications

• They established a new government

• They negotiated peace with the king

What happened to Wat Tyler during the negotiations with the king?

• He was knighted by the king

• He fled the scene

• He was killed by the king's guard

• He successfully negotiated peace

How did the rebellion in Northern England differ from that in the South?

• It was led by the king

• It lasted longer

• It was quickly suppressed

• It was more successful

What was the ultimate outcome of the rebellion for the peasants?

• Serfdom was abolished

• The rebellion achieved very little

• They gained new rights and freedoms

• They established a new government

What was one of the measures taken by Richard II after the rebellion?

• He reestablished serfdom with new laws

• He abdicated the throne

• He fled to France

• He granted full amnesty to all rebels