Magna Carta

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Why was King John forced to sign the Magna Carta?

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to force the monarchy to give up power

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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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Which idea describes the Magna Carta of 1215? Options: to increase the power of the monarchy, to end taxation in England, to force the monarchy to give up power, to weaken the power of nobles

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to force the monarchy to give up power

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Which king was "forced" to sign the Magna Carta in 1215?

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King John

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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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How did the signing of the Magna Carta impact the feudal system?

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It weakened the feudal system and broke down the strict social hierarchy that was part of it.

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Under which king was the Magna Carta signed?

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King John

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The definition of the Magna Carta

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(Great Charter) The contract between the king and his nobles

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Why did the nobles want to have the king sign the Magna Carta?

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Because King John had lost many expensive wars.