The outbreak of war (Edexcel GCSE History): Quizzes
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How long did Magna Carta remain in effect before civil war erupted?
How long did Magna Carta remain in effect before civil war erupted?
Barely two months
What name do historians give to the conflict that began in October 1215?
What name do historians give to the conflict that began in October 1215?
First Barons' War
On what date did Pope Innocent III declare Magna Carta void?
On what date did Pope Innocent III declare Magna Carta void?
24 August 1215
What did the papal bull threaten against those who enforced Magna Carta?
What did the papal bull threaten against those who enforced Magna Carta?
Excommunication
Who did the rebel barons invite to become the new king of England?
Who did the rebel barons invite to become the new king of England?
Prince Louis of France
Why was Rochester Castle strategically important?
Why was Rochester Castle strategically important?
On the route between Dover and London
How many siege machines did King John construct at Rochester Castle?
How many siege machines did King John construct at Rochester Castle?
Five
How long did the siege of Rochester Castle last before surrender?
How long did the siege of Rochester Castle last before surrender?
Seven weeks
On what date did Prince Louis land in Kent?
On what date did Prince Louis land in Kent?
21 May 1216
How many knights did Prince Louis bring when he landed in England?
How many knights did Prince Louis bring when he landed in England?
1,200 knights
Who successfully captured Carlisle in August 1216?
Who successfully captured Carlisle in August 1216?
Alexander II of Scotland
What proportion of English baronage supported the rebels?
What proportion of English baronage supported the rebels?
Two-thirds