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The Magna Carta was a document created to establish the fact that the king was not above the law. It is important because it emphasizes the limitation of the king's authority over his people. King John was forced to limit his power. -
The Model Parliament is an assembly that Edward I called to include nobles and commoners in Parliament. This is important because it was the first time that commoners were formally included in decision-making for the country. It also allowed for more representation in the government, and it also gave the parliament the ability to approve taxes. Which further takes the direct power of the king away and spreads it amongst others. -
This was a document that stated that King Charles I had limited power and it also protected the rights of people. There were limits on taxation and imprisonment. It is important because it showed that the king was not above the law, and that his people were not subjected to whatever he wanted. -
Conflicts between Charles I and the parliament led to a civil war, and eventually the king's execution. This is important because it showed that the king could be overthrown for abusing his power, and it showed how much of an impact the parliament had. -
After Oliver Cromwell's rule Charles II restored the monarchy. It was significant because it brought back the monarchy with a parliament that was stronger than before. It showed a much needed balance between the authority of royals and authority within the parliament. -
King James II was overthrown and William and Mary of Orange took over the thrown. This was important because it ended the idea of absolute monarchy in England, and showed the importance of the parliament. -
The English Bill of Rights limited the power of royals and helped to strengthen the parliament's power. It is significant because it guaranteed basic rights to citizens, and helped to established a constitutional monarchy in England.