Causes and Consequences of the English Civil War: Cavaliers vs Roundheads

History
Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
8 questions
~16 mins
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This worksheet explores the causes and consequences of the English Civil War, focusing on the conflicts between Cavaliers and Roundheads. Students will analyze sources, compare viewpoints, and explain key events.

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Causes and Consequences of the English Civil War: Cavaliers vs Roundheads

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Grade Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
A

Introduction to the English Civil War

Source A: A Royalist view

'The king's authority was challenged by rebellious groups seeking to destroy the monarchy and impose their own ideas.' Provenance: Statement from a Royalist supporter, 1648.

1.
Outline the main causes of the English Civil War based on the source and your own knowledge. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
2.
Compare the perspectives of Cavaliers and Roundheads regarding the causes of the war. (6 marks)
[6 marks]
B

Key Events and Their Causes

Source B: A Parliament supporter

'The king's refusal to compromise and his attempt to arrest five Members of Parliament pushed the country into war.' Provenance: Speech by a Parliamentary leader, 1642.

1.
Explain how Source B illustrates a cause of the Civil War. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
2.
Compare the causes of the Civil War as presented by Source A and Source B. (6 marks)
[6 marks]
C

Consequences of the Civil War

Source C: A historian's view

'The Civil War led to the temporary abolition of the monarchy and the establishment of the Commonwealth under Oliver Cromwell.' Provenance: Historical analysis, 19th century.

1.
Explain the main consequence of the Civil War as described in Source C. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
2.
Compare the long-term effects of the Civil War on England, based on Source C and your own knowledge. (6 marks)
[6 marks]
D

Summary and Reflection

Reflect on how the causes of the English Civil War and its consequences are connected. Consider the roles played by different groups and events. Use evidence from the sources and your knowledge to support your answer.

1.
Write a paragraph explaining how the causes of the Civil War led to its consequences. (6 marks)
[6 marks]
2.
Compare the perspectives of different groups involved in the Civil War regarding its causes and consequences. Use evidence to support your answer. (8 marks)
[8 marks]

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Created
1/1/2026
Updated
1/1/2026
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