Charles I
Definition
Charles I was King of England, Scotland, and Ireland from 1625 until his execution in 1649. His reign was marked by conflict with Parliament due to his belief in absolute monarchy and divine right.
Analogy
Imagine if your school principal decided they didn't need to listen to teachers' opinions anymore because they believed they had ultimate control over all decisions. That's similar to how Charles I acted towards Parliament.
Related terms
English Civil War: A series of civil wars fought between supporters ('Cavaliers') and opponents ('Roundheads') of Charles I over governance issues; resulted in temporary overthrowing monarchy.
Oliver Cromwell: English military leader who ruled as Lord Protector after Charles I's execution during what is known as Interregnum period (between two reigns).
Restoration (England): Period when monarchy was restored under Charles II following Oliver Cromwell’s death.
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Practice Questions (6)
Who primarily led opposition against Charles I that resulted in English civil war during mid-17th century?
What was one major outcome of Charles I's conflict with Parliament in England?
If Charles I hadn't attempted to impose Anglicanism on Scotland in the early seventeenth century, what possible consequence might have been avoided?
What alternative scenario could have emerged had Charles I accepted the Petition of Right during his reign?
How did Charles I attempt to raise funds for European wars against Spain?
In what year was Charles I executed marking an end to monarchy rule temporarily during the English Civil war?
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