Simon de Montfort (AQA GCSE History): Quizzes
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In which year did Simon de Montfort arrive in England?
In which year did Simon de Montfort arrive in England?
1230
Who did Simon de Montfort marry in 1238?
Who did Simon de Montfort marry in 1238?
Eleanor, Henry III's sister
What was the main purpose of the Provisions of Oxford?
What was the main purpose of the Provisions of Oxford?
To limit royal power
In which year were the Provisions of Oxford created?
In which year were the Provisions of Oxford created?
1258
What was the outcome of the Battle of Lewes in May 1264?
What was the outcome of the Battle of Lewes in May 1264?
Simon defeated Henry III
Who did Simon capture at the Battle of Lewes?
Who did Simon capture at the Battle of Lewes?
Both Henry III and Prince Edward
In which year did Simon invite Commons representatives to parliament for the first time?
In which year did Simon invite Commons representatives to parliament for the first time?
1265
Who did Simon invite to parliament in 1265 that was revolutionary?
Who did Simon invite to parliament in 1265 that was revolutionary?
Representatives from towns & counties
What principle did Simon establish about taxation and representation?
What principle did Simon establish about taxation and representation?
No taxation without representation
When was Simon defeated and killed at the Battle of Evesham?
When was Simon defeated and killed at the Battle of Evesham?
4 August 1265
What was Simon's most lasting legacy?
What was Simon's most lasting legacy?
Creation of the House of Commons
What experience gave Simon de Montfort his military skills?
What experience gave Simon de Montfort his military skills?
Being a crusader