The Glorious Revolution Answers

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Why did these members of Parliament send this letter?

They thought the Prince of Orange had a better claim to the throne than James II.

They wanted an absolute ruler like Louis XIV.

They were determined to have a limited monarchy, and James II would not agree.

They wanted a king who would protect the rights of Catholics in England.

Why are the House of Lords impatient to get William’s answer?

They are ill and growing worse.

They fear the will of the people.

They are happy about the current condition.

They believe they are losing power.

Read the underlined sentence.What will happen if the prince waits to act?

He will gain more support from the people of England.

They will be better able to defend themselves.

The people will be happier about the change.

The lords fear they will not be able to help him.

According to this passage, how will the people of England respond to William?

The people will feel they are being invaded.

The people will not care one way or the other.

The people will be unhappy with him.

The people will welcome him.

Why will the people respond favorably to a change in leadership? Check all that apply.

Only nineteen parts out of twenty support the monarch.

They are dissatisfied with the current monarch.

Their freedoms and liberties are not being protected.

They expect their prospect to improve if the king remains in power.

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