The English Civil War A fight for Democracy

Background Information Magna Carta – Signed in 1215. Gave individual freedoms and establish parliament Kings and Queens in the Tudor era accepted the democratic rights of the people

Monarch – A country ruled by a king or queen Republic – A country without a monarch Constitutional Monarchy – A monarch that rules according to a constitution

Regions of Great Britain At this time Great Britain was made up of England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland Most of the population and political power is in the South and the East

Question TIME!

Why would most of the British population reside in the south and east parts of the country? Think on your own for 30 seconds and then share with a partner

Note Time!

Early Society Leads to more trade More trade means more wealth England starts to colonize Leads to more trade More trade means more wealth

Class Division Merchants, manufacturers and landholders became very wealthy!

Different Classes Upper Class Middle Class Lower Class Kings, nobles, church officials Lived in fine homes, had products from around the world Ate lots of meat, as seen as luxury Middle Class Merchants, manufacturers and other professionals Made good money and lived comfortably Often members of guilds Lower Class Agricultural or ordinary workers Did not fare well Worked long hours, little pay, lived in cramped houses Lived on bread and beer

Question TIME!

What are some of the positives and negatives that could come about from colonization?

Break time!

Go through your notes and write down any questions you may have. Discuss these questions with your classmates

Role of Religion Most of England was Protestant though some Catholics remained Church of England (Anglican) was official church and was headed by the King. Church was supported by taxing Often had very elaborate services and decorated buildings

The Puritans Large and powerful group of dissenting Protestants Opposed the elaborateness of the Anglican Church Very strict following and devotion to God Believed in stern laws that kept people from sinning

Question TIME!

If you were a Puritan during this time how would you possibly react to the lack of toleration that the Church of England has for the Puritan Church?

Coming to America At times it was made illegal for Puritans to hold services Many were fined and imprisoned Some Puritans left England for America where they settled in what would become New England Others ended up joining parliament

Final Thoughts… Reflect back on what you have learned today. What did you find interesting? What surprised you? What questions do you have or were thinking of during the lesson?