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English Influences on Government

Question 16 • *GHS Government *V*

The Magna Carta was presented to King John in 1215 because people

Answer
A
were tired of his tyrannical rule.
B
wanted him to declare war on France.
C
wanted to praise him for his good deeds.
D
were afraid he was too weak a ruler.

Explanation

King John’s harsh and arbitrary rule angered powerful nobles and other groups in England. In 1215, they compelled him to accept the Magna Carta, which limited some of the king’s powers and protected certain rights. The correct choice is “were tired of his tyrannical rule.”

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