King John and the barons (AQA GCSE History): Quizzes
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In which year did King John come to power?
In which year did King John come to power?
1199
Who was King John's brother and predecessor?
Who was King John's brother and predecessor?
Richard I
What reputation had Richard I gained during his reign?
What reputation had Richard I gained during his reign?
A crusading king
How much was William de Briouze fined in 1208?
How much was William de Briouze fined in 1208?
10,000 marks
What happened to John's nephew Arthur?
What happened to John's nephew Arthur?
He was murdered
Who did Pope Innocent III appoint as Archbishop of Canterbury in 1207?
Who did Pope Innocent III appoint as Archbishop of Canterbury in 1207?
Stephen Langton
In which year was King John excommunicated by the Pope?
In which year was King John excommunicated by the Pope?
1208
How many times did John levy scutage between 1199 and 1215?
How many times did John levy scutage between 1199 and 1215?
12 times
Which important territory did John lose to the French king in 1204?
Which important territory did John lose to the French king in 1204?
Normandy
Which battle in 1214 was the final catalyst for baronial rebellion?
Which battle in 1214 was the final catalyst for baronial rebellion?
Battle of Bouvines
What nickname did John earn due to his military failures?
What nickname did John earn due to his military failures?
Softsword
When did London turn against John and support the baronial cause?
When did London turn against John and support the baronial cause?
May 1215