1. Absolutist King vs. Constitutional Parliament
The English Civil War
King Charles I
Oliver Cromwell
Absolutist King vs.
Constitutional Parliament
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2. The English Civil War Introduction
Throughout early English history, there was an obvious tension between the Monarch and Parliament. At the heart of that struggle was the quest for power. During the reign of Queen Elizabeth I ( ), Parliament and English society in general experienced all the advancements of the Renaissance and Enlightenment. This included the acquisition of a political world view as well as a progressive philosophy regarding governance. The people began to demand representation.
Under the rule of King Charles I ( ), however, the doctrine of absolutism reigned supreme. He dissolved Parliament and assumed complete political control of the Kingdom. This display of authoritarianism was considered anachronistic and the Parliament and commoners alike descended into a civil war that brought the monarchy to an, although temporary, end.
The effects of this English Civil War are still recognized in all, and in particular American, democracy today. These effects include representative assemblies, bills of rights, and limited government.
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3. The English Civil War Objective
Your objective in completing this WebQuest are the following:
Distinguish between absolutism and constitutionalism or limited government.
Understand the chronology of the English Civil War.
Identify key figures that played a role in the Civil War.
Explain key causes of the English Civil War.
Religious differences
Political power struggle between King and subject
Explain key effects of the English Civil War and why they are relevant.
Constitutional and limited government
English Bill of Rights
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4. The English Civil War Process GO to the QUESTIONS
Using the indicated web resources, AND websites of your choosing, answer the questions designed to aid you in your quest to understand the English Civil War. Take your notes on a separate sheet of paper.
Using the information you have gathered, compile and construct a graphic representation of your understanding for EACH QUESTION. This can either be done on a sheet of paper by hand, OR using one of the software programs at your disposal (ie: power point, word, publisher, moviemaker) BUT remember you don’t have a long period of time so you need to KNOW the program you are using.
Answer the concluding sentence (you will find that under Conclusion).
GO to the QUESTIONS
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5. The English Civil War Questions
Explain the Scottish origins of the English Civil War including the Anglican Prayer Book, the Bishops’ Wars, and the National Covenant.
Describe the personality of Charles I and his position on the Divine Rights of Kings.
Define constitutionalism and absolutism.
What is the divine right of kings?
When did the English Civil War take place and who was it between?
What was the Grand Remonstrance?
What was the goal of each side in the Civil War?
Who was Oliver Cromwell?
What became of Charles I?
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6. Explain the restoration of the Stuart Monarchy.
The English Civil War
Questions
What string of constitutional experiments governed Great Britain after Charles’ death?
Explain the restoration of the Stuart Monarchy.
Explain the events that led to what is now called the Glorious Revolution
How did the ratification of the English Bill of Rights secure the Parliamentary goal of limiting monarchial government after the Civil War?
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7. The English Civil War Conclusion The English Civil War was….
After you discover the answers to the thirteen questions of the WebQuest, type your response to this prompt through the identification of the causes and effects of the event.
The English Civil War was….
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8. The English Civil War Assessment
Content Understanding
Category
Exemplary 4
Proficient 3
Satisfactory 2
Needs Work 1
All questions are complete and demonstrate excellent effort.
Each answer demonstrates significant understanding of the material.
Technology Application
Category
Exemplary 4
Proficient 3
Satisfactory 2
Needs Work 1
Documents demonstrates understanding in a visual matter, the question being asked.
Significant creativity and effort is apparent in the construction of this document.
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