Magna Carta

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What 13th century document established the rights listed below?
- Basic rights of citizens
- Rule of law
- Representative assemblies

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the Magna Carta

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This painting shows King John signing a document in 1215. Which groups of people are forcing the King to sign this document?

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nobles

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Why is the Magna Carta an important document in British history?

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It was the first document to place limits on the king's power.

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The Magna Carta means...

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Great Charter

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What did the Magna Carta do?

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Limited the power of the King

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A grievance is a ________

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complaint

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Which king was "forced" to sign the Magna Carta?

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King John

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Before the Magna Carta was signed, King John had ______

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absolute power

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In which country was the Magna Carta written?

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England

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Why should an American care to know what Magna Carta is?

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It is the basis of civil rights in America.