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Absolutism and the Rising Tide of Revolution (1500-1815) — Test

Question 4 • World History and Geography

After Charles I became king, tensions increased when he

Answer
A
freed all prisoners from jail throughout the country.
B
asked Parliament to take over the role of taxation.
C
dissolved Parliament when members refused to give him funds.
D
formed an alliance with England’s traditional enemies, France and Spain.

Explanation

Charles I needed money but Parliament resisted granting him the funds he requested. He responded by dissolving Parliament, increasing tensions between the king and its members. The correct choice is “dissolved Parliament when members refused to give him funds.”

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