English Civil War and Restoration

The Parliamentary forces (Roundheads) wore their hair long and curly.

The Act of Union unified England and Scotland into Great Britain.

When Charles II returned as king he was leader of a

The return of the monarchy was called the Commonwealth.

Political party that favored the people and Parliament.

Political party that favored the King

The Glorious Revolution was a bloody conflict that led to a limited monarchy.

Group that gained power in Parliament despite persecution.

What two government elements gained power under Anne I due to her inexperience?

This document prevented a Catholic from becoming a monarch in Britain.

Failure of Anne I and Mary II to produce an heir led to this dynasty taking over.

James II was the last male Stuart monarch and forced to abdicate.

He became Lord Protector and ruled as a dictator.

How did the Stuarts get around money issues?

The Stuarts clashed with Parliament because they believed they were absolute monarchs and argued over money.

Parliament could justify executing the king claiming he

The English Civil War began in this year.

Royalist forces in the English Civil War were called

William and Mary had to accept the Bill of Rights in order to rule

James I and Charles II are successful because they knew how to manipulate and fight only winable battles.