Peasants' Revolt and Its Causes

The video explores the Peasants' Revolt of 1381, a significant uprising in English history. It delves into the causes, including the aftermath of the Black Death, unpopular government policies, and the economic strain from the Hundred Years War. The introduction of the poll tax further fueled resentment among peasants. The church's alignment with the ruling class and the emerging dissent in communities are also discussed. The video highlights the peasants' struggle for better conditions and the impact of these events on English society.

What major event in 1348 significantly affected the population of Europe and set the stage for the Peasants' Revolt?

• The Norman Conquest

• The Industrial Revolution

• The Black Death

• The Hundred Years War

What was the primary aim of the labor laws enforced by the parliament after the Black Death?

• To promote trade and commerce

• To abolish serfdom

• To maintain social hierarchy and keep the poor in their place

• To increase wages for peasants

How did the Hundred Years War contribute to the Peasants' Revolt?

• It caused a famine that affected the ruling class

• It resulted in a peace treaty that favored peasants

• It provided peasants with new job opportunities

• It led to increased taxation and forced military service for peasants

What was the poll tax, and how did it affect the peasants?

• A tax on imported goods that benefited peasants

• A tax on land ownership that only affected the nobility

• A tax on church services that was unpopular with clergy

• A tax on individuals that increased the financial burden on peasants

Who was Thomas Bampton, and what role did he play in the Peasants' Revolt?

• A clergyman who preached against the revolt

• A military leader who defended the peasants

• A tax collector whose actions sparked further rebellion

• A nobleman who supported the peasants

How did the church's stance during the Peasants' Revolt affect the peasants?

• The church supported the peasants, leading to a peaceful resolution

• The church provided financial aid to the peasants

• The church remained neutral, having no impact on the revolt

• The church sided with the ruling class, increasing peasant resentment

What role did John Ball play in the Peasants' Revolt?

• He was a military leader who fought against the peasants

• He was a nobleman who led the revolt

• He was a clergyman who supported the peasants and was arrested

• He was a tax collector who incited rebellion

What was the reaction of the landowners to the Peasants' Revolt?

• They increased taxes to suppress the revolt

• They negotiated a peace treaty with the peasants

• They fled and some even acted as servants to avoid conflict

• They supported the peasants' demands

What was the outcome of the Peasants' Revolt for the peasants?

• They gained control over the church

• They were crushed and many were executed

• They achieved all their demands

• They formed a new government

Which areas were particularly affected by the emerging dissent before the official Peasants' Revolt?

• Southern countries like Sussex, Kent, and Essex

• Western England

• Northern England

• Central England