convention parliament

Cards (24)

  • What were the dates of the Convention Parliament?
    25 April29 December 1660
  • What significant event did the Convention Parliament mark?
    The restoration of the monarchy
  • Who was invited to return as king during the Convention Parliament?
    Charles II
  • What was the financial settlement agreed upon with Charles II?
    £1.2 million annually
  • How did the financial settlement for Charles II compare to Cromwell's finances?
    It was a significant increase
  • What was the Act of Uniformity (1662) about?
    It required ministers to adhere to the Book of Common Prayer
  • How many clergymen were expelled due to the Act of Uniformity?
    Around 2,000 clergymen
  • What impact did the Act of Uniformity have on religious dissenters?
    It led to a fragmented religious landscape
  • Who controlled the army according to the Convention Parliament?
    The king
  • What was a major concern during Charles II's reign regarding power?
    The balance of power between king and parliament
  • What happened to the Convention Parliament after the monarchy was restored?
    It was dissolved by Charles II
  • What key issues did the Convention Parliament fail to address?
    Complex financial and religious problems
  • What were the dates of the Convention Parliament?
    25 April29 December 1660
  • What significant event did the Convention Parliament mark?
    The restoration of the monarchy
  • Who was invited to return as king during the Convention Parliament?
    Charles II
  • What financial settlement was agreed upon with Charles II?
    £1.2 million annually
  • How did the financial settlement compare to Cromwell's finances?
    It was a significant increase
  • What was the Act of Uniformity (1662) about?
    It required ministers to adhere to the Book of Common Prayer
  • What was the consequence of the Act of Uniformity for clergymen?
    Expulsion of around 2,000 clergymen
  • Which groups were heavily impacted by the Act of Uniformity?
    Religious dissenters, including Presbyterians and Congregationalists
  • What power did the parliament grant to the king regarding the army?
    The king was allowed to control the army
  • What was a major concern during Charles II's reign regarding power?
    The balance of power between the king and parliament
  • What led to the dissolution of the Convention Parliament?
    Resolution of the monarchy restoration issue
  • What complex issues did the Convention Parliament fail to address?
    Financial and religious problems