English Civil War: A Parliamentarian

The transcript discusses the imposition of a ship tax by the King, which was unpopular as it was seen as unnecessary during peacetime. Many believed the tax was to fund the King's personal interests. John Hamden, a member of Parliament, challenged the tax in court but lost, as the King's word was considered law. The transcript also touches on religious tensions, with Puritans blaming the King's Catholic wife for his perceived tyranny.

Why did the King impose a ship tax on the land?

• To fund a new war effort

• To build ships for the Navy

• To improve public infrastructure

• To support local businesses

What was the public's belief about the King's use of the ship tax?

• It was used to pay off national debt

• It was used for the King's personal expenses

• It was used to support the poor

• It was used to fund the Navy

What was the outcome of John Hamden's court case against the ship tax?

• He lost because the King's word was law

• He won and the tax was repealed

• The tax was reduced but not removed

• The case was dismissed without a ruling

What did the Puritan preacher believe influenced the King's actions?

• The local nobility

• The Parliament

• The Church of Rome

• The King's advisors

Who was believed to have misled the King into making poor decisions?

• His advisors and his wife

• The Parliament

• The local merchants

• The neighboring countries