The Drift to War, 1642–43 (AQA A-Level History): Quizzes
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What were the 3 defining characteristics of how the conflict developed in 1642?
What were the 3 defining characteristics of how the conflict developed in 1642?
Unintended, unwanted, & reluctant
When did the King formally begin the war by raising his standard?
When did the King formally begin the war by raising his standard?
22 August 1642 at Nottingham
What was the outcome of the Battle of Edgehill in October 1642?
What was the outcome of the Battle of Edgehill in October 1642?
Neither side achieved decisive victory
What did Henry Parker's 'Observations' pamphlet justify in May 1642?
What did Henry Parker's 'Observations' pamphlet justify in May 1642?
Parliament's right to preserve itself
Which military force declared for Parliament in July 1642?
Which military force declared for Parliament in July 1642?
The navy
What did the Nineteen Propositions of June 1642 demand?
What did the Nineteen Propositions of June 1642 demand?
Parliamentary control of militia & advisers
What 3 factors explain why war ultimately began despite reluctance?
What 3 factors explain why war ultimately began despite reluctance?
Fear, no arbiter, ideological divisions
According to Stone's research, what % of Catholics became Royalists in Yorkshire?
According to Stone's research, what % of Catholics became Royalists in Yorkshire?
90%
What happened at Turnham Green in November 1642?
What happened at Turnham Green in November 1642?
London militia halted King's march
By how much did England's population grow 1600-1640 per Goldstone?
By how much did England's population grow 1600-1640 per Goldstone?
25%