King John and the Magna Carta Quiz

Why did the Barons want King John to sign the Magna Carta?

• He was a popular and successful king.

• He argued with the Church and lost land in Normandy.

• He was known for his generosity and kindness.

• He had a strong alliance with the Pope.

What was the consequence of King John arguing with the Church?

• He was excommunicated.

• The Pope banned church services in England.

• He was crowned as a saint.

• He received a blessing from the Pope.

Who agreed to the terms of the Magna Carta after King John?

• King Richard

• King Henry III

• King Edward

• King George

How did the Magna Carta become more significant over time?

• It was forgotten by history.

• It applied to more people as they became free.

• It was destroyed in a war.

• It was only relevant to the barons.

What was the initial impact of the Magna Carta on the relationship between the King and the barons?

• It resolved all conflicts.

• It had limited scope.

• It abolished the monarchy.

• It created new conflicts.

At what age did King Henry III become king?

• 5

• 9

• 12

• 15

What did Simon de Montfort do for King Henry III?

• Built castles

• Fought wars

• Managed finances

• Negotiated treaties

Who called for a Great Council meeting with the King in 1258?

• Henry III

• Richard the Lionheart

• Simon de Montfort

• William the Conqueror

What was one of the agreements made in the Provisions of Oxford?

• A council of 15 barons would be in charge of the Great Council

• The King would rule without a council

• Foreign members would be given more power

• All castles would be owned by the King

What was the outcome for Simon de Montfort at the Battle of Evesham?

• He was defeated and killed

• He won the battle

• He captured the King

• He fled the battlefield