The English Civil War Overview

Who were the two main sides in the English Civil War?

• King Charles I and the French

• King Charles I and Parliament

• Parliament and Scotland

• The Royal Navy and the Army

Which city became the main base for King Charles I’s army during the English Civil War?

• London

• Cambridge

• Oxford

• York

Why was Oxford important to King Charles I during the war?

• It was the capital of England

• It had many soldiers who supported the king

• It was close to Scotland

• It was the largest city in England

Where did most of the fighting take place during the English Civil War?

• Inside Oxford

• In London

• Outside the city

• In Scotland

Which of the following statements is true about the support for King Charles I?

• Most people in London supported the king

• Only a few universities and towns supported the king

• The majority of people in England fought for the king

• All towns in England supported the king

What problem did King Charles I’s army face as the war continued?

• They had too many supplies

• They found it harder to get supplies and weapons

• They gained more supporters in London

• They moved their base to Cambridge

What was a major consequence of the English Civil War for ordinary people?

• Most people became rich

• Many families lost their homes and possessions

• The king gave land to the poor

• There was no impact on families

Why was little done to help the poor during the war?

• The king did not care about the poor

• Most resources were used by the army

• The poor left the country

• The war made everyone wealthy

What was the outcome of the English Civil War?

• King Charles I was victorious

• Parliament was defeated

• King Charles I was defeated and England changed forever

• The war ended in a draw

What did the English Civil War demonstrate about the government of England?

• The king had absolute power

• Parliament had no influence

• There was a power struggle between the king and Parliament

• The army controlled the country