Pearson Edexcel A Level · History (9HI0)

Britain, 1625–1701: conflict, revolution and settlement: Practice Questions

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Question 1

1 mark

During the period 1660–88, what was the main purpose of the Test Act of 1673?

Question 2

1 mark

How did the Restoration Settlement of 1660–64 attempt to achieve political stability in the wake of the Interregnum?

Question 3

1 mark

What role did the Triennial Act (1694) play in the growth of parliamentary power after the Glorious Revolution?

Question 4

1 mark

Which group emerged during the Civil War and the Republican era to advocate for communal land ownership and social equality?

Question 5

1 mark

The Restoration Settlement of 1660–64 aimed to restore political stability. How did the reordering of the Church of England during this period affect religious life?

Question 6

2 marks

Identify one major way in which Charles I attempted to raise revenue during his period of Personal Rule (1629–40) that caused significant legal and political conflict with the gentry.

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Question 7

4 marks

Explain one major reason why the Restoration Settlement of 1660–64 failed to permanently resolve the religious tensions between Anglicans and Dissenters.

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Question 8

6 marks

Evaluate how the changing structure of the gentry class between 1625 and 1688 impacted the political stability of the Stuart monarchy.

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Question 9

8 marks

Analyze the reasons for the failure of Republican attempts to provide stable government in Britain between 1649 and 1660.

Your answer should address the following areas:
a) The role of the Rump Parliament and the causes of its dismissal in 1653.
b) The challenges faced by the Nominated Assembly (Barebone's Parliament).
c) The significance of the Instrument of Government and the subsequent difficulties under the Protectorate of Oliver Cromwell.

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Question 10

4 marks

Analyze the reasons for the increase in the English population between 1625 and 1688 and evaluate how this growth impacted the development of urban centers and the merchant classes. Your answer should address the relationship between population growth and the increase in poverty during this period.

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