Development of the Conflict, 1643–46 (AQA A-Level History): Quizzes
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Which regions did the King control in 1642?
Which regions did the King control in 1642?
North and west of England
What shifted control of the northern region towards Parliament at the close of 1643?
What shifted control of the northern region towards Parliament at the close of 1643?
Entry of the Scots on Parliament's side
Where was the decisive 1645 engagement that weakened Royalist forces?
Where was the decisive 1645 engagement that weakened Royalist forces?
Naseby near Leicester
What did greater numbers of gentry bring to the Royalist cause?
What did greater numbers of gentry bring to the Royalist cause?
Tenants, horses & military expertise
What was the outcome of the battle of Edgehill in October 1642?
What was the outcome of the battle of Edgehill in October 1642?
Stalemate leaving road to London open
Which commander defeated Parliament's Yorkshire army at Adwalton Moor in June 1643?
Which commander defeated Parliament's Yorkshire army at Adwalton Moor in June 1643?
Earl of Newcastle
Which strongholds did Parliament's naval control enable to hold out?
Which strongholds did Parliament's naval control enable to hold out?
Hull, Gloucester & Plymouth
Who led the War Party that wanted Charles defeated utterly?
Who led the War Party that wanted Charles defeated utterly?
Marten, Haselrig & Vane
What three factors led to Parliament's victory?
What three factors led to Parliament's victory?
Royalist failure, resources, restructure
What was Prince Rupert famed for, despite his abrasive personality?
What was Prince Rupert famed for, despite his abrasive personality?
Skill & courage as cavalry leader