Restoration England and Civil War

What political theory did King James I of England strongly support?

• Democracy

• Constitutional Monarchy

• Divine Right of Kings

• Feudalism

Besides geographical proximity, what made it difficult for King James I to unite the regions of Wales, England, Scotland, and Ireland?

• Lack of a common language

• Significant religious, ethnic, and economic differences

• Frequent invasions from continental Europe

• Absence of a strong central government

What key power did the Petition of Right, agreed to by King Charles I in 1628, limit for the monarch?

• The power to declare war

• The power to appoint judges

• The power to raise taxes without Parliament's permission

• The power to control the military

Which of the following was a major factor contributing to the outbreak of the English Civil War?

• The king's support for a new trade route to Asia.

• Religious conflicts, the king's attempts to rule without Parliament, and severe economic hardships.

• A dispute over colonial territories in the New World.

• The invention of new military technologies.

The "Restoration" period in England was characterized by what?

• A time of political stability and peace.

• A period of creativity, discovery, and tragedy.

• A return to strict Puritan rule.

• A time of economic decline and famine.

What major disaster struck London in 1666, destroying a significant portion of the city?

• A widespread famine.

• The Great Fire of London.

• A severe earthquake.

• A large-scale invasion.

What was the main effect of the Test Act of 1673, passed by Parliament?

• It allowed Catholics to hold government positions.

• It established a new national church.

• It excluded non-Anglicans from government positions.

• It granted universal suffrage to all men.

Which two influential English thinkers are known for their differing political theories that shaped ideas about government and human rights during this era?

• William Shakespeare and John Milton.

• Isaac Newton and Robert Boyle.

• Thomas Hobbes and John Locke.

• Adam Smith and David Hume.