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RCMultiple Choice

The Renaissance — Cumulative exam

Question 14 • FL-2109310-World History Sem 1 - Flex

Why was the Petition of Right (1628) of such importance?

Answer
A
It gave the king unlimited power.
B
It stated that the law was higher than the king.
C
It restored the monarchy.
D
It made Puritanism the official religion of England.

Explanation

The Petition of Right challenged Charles I’s use of arbitrary power, including imprisoning people without cause and raising taxes without Parliament’s consent. Its importance was that it affirmed the king had to obey the law, rather than rule above it. Therefore, the correct choice is “It stated that the law was higher than the king.”

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