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1 AIM: What was the English Civil War?
Do Now: “Kings are justly called gods, for that they exercise a manner or resemblance of divine power upon earth.” Explain what the above quote means. Study for Map Quiz!

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3 The Magna Carta (1215) This was the root of English Democracy.
This document limited the power of the king ending absolute rule This was the first step toward transferring the power to the people.

4 Monarchs Defy Parliament
James’s Problems James I of Scotland becomes king of England in 1603. Struggles with Parliament over money. What is Parliament? A legislature (makes laws for a nation).

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8 Oliver Cromwell opens coffin of King Charles I. Canvas (1831),

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14 How is the English Bill of Rights similar to the US Bill of rights?

15 Differences in rule between England and France in the 16th and 17th centuries
Absolute rulers; Charles II, Oliver Cromwell, James II, William III Loss of central power, created what is modern day Great Britain Magna Carta, Petition of Right, English Bill of Rights France Louis XIV 72 year reign Centralized government, king gained more power Initially loved by his people , then hated. A revolution is looming

16 AIS Extra Assignment – Chapter 21
Define the following words: Absolute Monarch Divine Right Louis XIV Peter the Great English Civil War Glorious Revolution


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