World History Reading Guide Chapter 1 Section 5

Henry II was a significant historical figure. What did he do that was significant?

• He signed the Magna Carta

• He established the common law system in England

• He led the Norman Conquest

• He defeated the Spanish Armada

Common law is:

• A system of law based on precedent and customs

• A set of written statutes only

• A religious legal system

• A type of international law

John was forced to sign the Magna Carta because:

• he wanted to increase his power

• he needed to increase taxes on the barons

• he wished to expand his territory

• he was seeking the Pope's approval

The Magna Carta had which two important principles?

• Limited government and rule of law

• Absolute monarchy and divine right

• Universal suffrage and free trade

• Separation of powers and federalism

The Model Parliament was:

• a type of government in ancient Rome

• the first English parliament to include commoners, clergy, and nobles

• a model used for teaching law students

• a parliament established in France

The power of the purse refers to:

• The authority to make laws

• The authority to control government spending and taxation

• The authority to interpret the Constitution

• The authority to appoint judges

An absolute monarch is:

• a ruler with unlimited power

• a leader elected by the people

• a government official with limited authority

• a judge in a court of law

Oliver Cromwell was:

• A famous English poet

• A leader in the English Civil War and later Lord Protector of England

• A French king

• An Italian explorer

The monarchy in England was restored to power by:

• Oliver Cromwell

• Charles II

• James I

• William III

The English Bill of Rights was:

• a set of laws that limited the powers of the monarchy and outlined the rights of Parliament and individuals

• a treaty between England and France

• a declaration of war against Spain

• a list of colonies owned by England