1D.6.2.1 The Invitation to William of Orange

• During James II's reign, England experienced significant political tensions due to his attempts to promote Catholicism
• What document did James II issue that suspended laws against Catholics and non-conformists?

  Declaration of Indulgence
• Political tensions under James II arose from his promotion of Catholicism, which undermined the Church
• The Declaration of Indulgence in 1687 allowed Catholics to hold public office.
• Match the key figure with their role or action under James II:

  William of Orange ↔️ Dutch stadtholder and husband of Mary

  Archbishop William Sancroft ↔️ Leader of the Church of England

  The Seven Bishops ↔️ Arrested for opposing James II
• Sequence the events that led to William of Orange's invitation to England:

  1️⃣ Political and religious tensions under James II

  2️⃣ James II issues the Declaration of Indulgence

  3️⃣ The Seven Bishops are arrested

  4️⃣ James II's Catholic heir is born

  5️⃣ William of Orange is invited to England
• William of Orange was favored as a Protestant ruler because the English feared James II's pro-Catholic policies.
• What military force did William of Orange lead that made him a formidable opponent against James II?

  Dutch Republic's military
• William of Orange's marriage to Mary, James II's daughter, legitimized his claim to the English throne.
• What event raised fears of a long-term Catholic dynasty under James II?

  Birth of a Catholic heir
• The invitation to William of Orange was orchestrated by prominent figures such as the Earl of Shrewsbury and the Earl of Devonshire.
• What was the effect of James II's Declaration of Indulgence on religious tensions in England?

  Suspension of laws against Catholics
• What were the political and religious tensions in England under James II caused by?

  Promotion of Catholicism
• The birth of James Francis Edward Stuart raised fears of a long-term Catholic dynasty
• The invitation to William of Orange was orchestrated by prominent nobles.
• What was the effect of James II's Declaration of Indulgence?

  Suspended laws against Catholics
• Key figures who opposed James II included William of Orange and the Seven Bishops
• Why was William of Orange considered a suitable alternative ruler?

  He was Protestant
• Match the reason for William of Orange's suitability with its description:

  Protestant Status ↔️ Reassured those fearing Catholic policies

  Military Strength ↔️ Provided a formidable force

  Marriage to Mary ↔️ Legitimized claim to the throne
• The birth of James Francis Edward Stuart was a major factor in James II losing support.
• What was the main purpose of the invitation sent to William of Orange in 1688?

  Protect Protestant interests
• The invitation to William of Orange precipitated the Glorious Revolution
• What military preparations did William of Orange make in response to the invitation?

  Gathered a significant force
• William of Orange issued a Declaration of Reasons to justify his invasion of England.
• What was the primary effect of James II's Declaration of Indulgence on religious tensions in England?

  Suspended laws against Catholics
• Match the key figure who opposed James II with their role or action:

  William of Orange ↔️ Stadtholder of the Netherlands

  Mary ↔️ Daughter of James II

  Archbishop Sancroft ↔️ Opposed James's policies

  The Seven Bishops ↔️ Arrested for resistance
• The birth of James Francis Edward Stuart raised fears of a long-term Catholic dynasty
• The invitation to William of Orange was supported by prominent nobles.
• Who sent the invitation to William of Orange on June 30, 1688?

  Seven English figures
• The invitation to William of Orange cited growing political and religious tensions under James II
• What was the main concern addressed in the invitation to William of Orange?

  Protect Protestant interests
• The invitation aimed to prevent the establishment of a Catholic dynasty in England.
• What widespread issue did the invitation highlight to William of Orange?

  Widespread discontent
• Match the key points of the invitation with their significance:

  Protect Protestant interests ↔️ Addressed the fear of a Catholic dynasty

  Restore order ↔️ Highlighted widespread discontent

  Safeguard rights ↔️ Ensured support from political factions
• The invitation to William of Orange provided a legitimate reason for his invasion of England.
• What military preparations did William of Orange undertake in response to the invitation?

  Gathered a significant force
• William of Orange issued a Declaration of Reasons to justify his intervention in England.
• What was the purpose of William of Orange's Declaration of Reasons?

  Justify his intervention
• The invitation addressed concerns about William's motives and helped gain support for his invasion.
• What was the primary outcome of the invitation to William of Orange?

  Glorious Revolution