Understanding the Role of Barons in the Magna Carta
History
Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
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~8 mins
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A reading comprehension worksheet exploring the significance of the barons in the creation and impact of the Magna Carta.
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Understanding the Role of Barons in the Magna Carta
Subject: HistoryGrade: Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
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The Role of Barons in the Magna Carta
Source A: Excerpt from a medieval chronicler 'The barons, powerful and determined, forced King John to agree to the Magna Carta to limit his absolute power. They believed they were defending their rights and privileges.' Provenance: Written by a chronicler in the 13th century, close to the time of the events.
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Explain how Source A shows the importance of the barons in the creation of the Magna Carta. (4 marks)
[4 marks]2.
Compare the view of the chronicler in Source A with what you know about the barons' demands. (6 marks)
[6 marks]3.
Outline the reasons why the barons demanded the Magna Carta. (4 marks)
[4 marks]4.
Analyse the significance of the barons' role in the development of constitutional law through the Magna Carta. (8 marks)
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