Triumph of Parliament in England 3.3

By just looking at their portraits, compare these two leaders King James Cromwell

Activity 1 What does this picture infer about the relationship between the king and Parliament? What would be some possible outcomes if an absolute monarch clashed with Parliament?

King James gives a speech to Parliament. They are less than impressed “The state of Monarchy is the supremest thing upon earth; for kings are not only God’s lieutenants upon earth and sit upon God’s throne, but even by God himself are called gods…..Kings are justly called gods for that they exercise a manner or resemblance of Divine power on earth… And to the King is due both the affection of the soul and the service of the body of his subjects King James I

English Civil War 1642-1651 Begins in 1642, when Charles I leads troops into the House of Commons during the Long Parliament Fought between Kings Charles I and Parliament Cavaliers – supported the King Roundheads – Puritan supporters of Parliament In 1644, the Roundheads appoint Oliver Cromwell their new general Organized the “New Model Army” and began defeating the Cavaliers In 1647, the Roundheads captured King Charles and brought him to trail for treason, Guilty and executed!!!! This was the first time a King had been tried and executed by his own people. Clear Message: NO RULER COULD CLAIM ABSOLUTE POWER AND IGNORE THE LAW

Activity 2 Take ten minutes and read pages 170-172 and answer the following questions Why did the Cavaliers expect a quick victory? Why did Cromwell and Roundheads decide to execute Charles instead of just imprisoning him or sending him into exile? Explain how the English Civil War lead to the development of a democratic-republican government

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