glorious revolution

• What event marked the beginning of the Glorious Revolution?

  William of Orange's invasion in 1688
• Why did James II lose his throne?

  Due to William of Orange's invasion
• What was the role of the 'Immortal Seven' in the Glorious Revolution?

  They invited William of Orange to England
• What significant action did James II take in March 1686?

  Issued Directions to Preachers
• What was the outcome of the Godden vs Hales case in June 1686?

  Judges ruled in favor of James II's power
• What did James II's first Declaration of Indulgence aim to achieve?

  Religious toleration for Catholics and Dissenters
• How did Halifax respond to James II's policies?

  Published a warning to Dissenters
• What was the significance of the birth of James II's son in June 1688?

  It raised fears of a Catholic dynasty
• What did the second Declaration of Indulgence in April 1688 entail?

  Suspension of the Test and Corporation Acts
• What was the reaction of Archbishop Sancroft to the second Declaration of Indulgence?

  He refused to publish it
• What was the outcome of the trial of the seven bishops?

  They were found not guilty , showing popular support
• What was the purpose of James II's quo warranto campaign?

  To assess support for repealing the Test Acts
• How did James II's actions affect local magistrates?

  Many were replaced for opposing him
• What did the Bill of Rights (1689) achieve?

  Limited monarch's power and protected Parliament
• What was the outcome of the Convention Parliament in 1689?

  Declared the throne vacant after James II fled
• What was the significance of William of Orange's invasion in November 1688?

  It marked the start of the Glorious Revolution
• How did the Glorious Revolution affect the balance of power in England?

  It shifted power from monarchy to Parliament
• Who were the key figures in the 'Immortal Seven'?

  Earls of Shrewsbury, Danby, and others
• What was the main concern of Protestants regarding James II's policies?

  Fear of a permanent Catholic monarchy
• What were William of Orange's motives for invading England?

  To protect Protestant interests and counter France
• What did the Bill of Rights (1689) exclude?

  Catholics from the throne
• How did the Glorious Revolution impact religious freedoms?

  Secured Protestantism as the state religion
• What were the key events leading to the Glorious Revolution?

  • James II's pro-Catholic policies
  • Birth of a Catholic heir
  • The 'Immortal Seven' invite William of Orange
  • William's invasion in November 1688
  • James II's flight to France
• What were the implications of the Bill of Rights (1689)?

  • Limited monarch's powers
  • Established Protestant succession
  • Required parliamentary approval for laws and taxes
  • Ensured regular meetings of Parliament
  • Guaranteed civil liberties and election rights
• What were the main reasons for James II's downfall?

  • Alienation of Protestant groups
  • Fear of a Catholic dynasty
  • Resistance from the Anglican Church
  • Support for William of Orange's invasion
• How did the Glorious Revolution change the monarchy in England?

  • Established a constitutional monarchy
  • Limited royal power significantly
  • Ensured Protestantism as the state religion
  • Strengthened the role of Parliament
• What event in 1688 led to William and Mary becoming rulers of England?

  The Glorious Revolution
• What significant change did the Glorious Revolution bring to the monarchy in England?

  It established constitutional monarchy
• How did the Glorious Revolution affect the power of Parliament?

  It strengthened the power of Parliament
• Who was the Catholic monarch whose actions alarmed Protestants in England?

  King James II
• What was the concern regarding James II's policies?

  They promoted Catholicism in Protestant England
• What significant event raised fears of a Catholic dynasty in England?

  The birth of James Francis Edward Stuart
• Who were the Immortal Seven?

  A group that invited William of Orange
• What was the political affiliation of the Immortal Seven?

  They represented both Whigs and Tories
• Who was Sunderland and what was his role?

  A former advisor who sided with Whigs
• What was Russell's role in the opposition to James II?

  He was a prominent Whig leader
• How did Shrewsbury's stance change regarding James II?

  He turned against James due to Catholicism
• What role did Devonshire play in the Glorious Revolution?

  He rallied support for William among Whigs
• What was London's contribution to the resistance against James II?

  He convinced Tories to support William
• What was Lumley's role in the Glorious Revolution?

  He joined the revolt against James II