Runnymede (Edexcel GCSE History): Quizzes
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On what date was Magna Carta formally agreed upon at Runnymede?
On what date was Magna Carta formally agreed upon at Runnymede?
June 15, 1215
In which English county is Runnymede located?
In which English county is Runnymede located?
Surrey
What does the term 'Magna Carta' mean in English?
What does the term 'Magna Carta' mean in English?
Great Charter
Why did the barons choose negotiation rather than warfare with King John in 1215?
Why did the barons choose negotiation rather than warfare with King John in 1215?
They were heavily outnumbered
What was the barons' main goal in negotiating with King John?
What was the barons' main goal in negotiating with King John?
To limit the king's power
How many clauses did Magna Carta contain?
How many clauses did Magna Carta contain?
63
What phrase describes John's corruption of the justice system?
What phrase describes John's corruption of the justice system?
Selling justice
What did John call the trusted people he relied on instead of the established barons?
What did John call the trusted people he relied on instead of the established barons?
New men
What fixed fee did Magna Carta establish for inheritance rights?
What fixed fee did Magna Carta establish for inheritance rights?
£100
What protection did Magna Carta give to widows regarding marriage?
What protection did Magna Carta give to widows regarding marriage?
Could not be forced to remarry
How many barons were on the council that would monitor King John's compliance?
How many barons were on the council that would monitor King John's compliance?
25
Which battle defeat in 1214 weakened John's military reputation?
Which battle defeat in 1214 weakened John's military reputation?
Bouvines