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Timeline & Chronology of the Magna Carta and the Barons

History
Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
6 questions
~12 mins
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This worksheet helps students understand the sequence of events involving the Barons during the creation and aftermath of the Magna Carta. It develops skills in chronological reasoning, analysis, and comparison.

Topics covered:

#History
#History
#Magna Carta
#Standard
#Timeline & Chronology
#Barons
#Explain the key events leading to the Magna Carta
#Compare the roles of different Barons in the process
#Outline the timeline of negotiations and rebellions related to the Magna Carta

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Timeline & Chronology of the Magna Carta and the Barons

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Grade Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
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Understanding the Timeline of the Magna Carta and the Barons

Source A: A Chronicle of the Barons' Rebellion 'In 1215, the Barons rebelled against King John, demanding the king respect their rights and limit his power. This led to the creation of the Magna Carta, a document that aimed to limit royal authority.' Provenance: A contemporary chronicle written by a monk in 1215.

1.
Outline the main events that led to the signing of the Magna Carta in 1215. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
2.
Compare the roles of different Barons during the events of 1215. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
3.
Analyze how the timeline of events from 1214 to 1215 demonstrates the rising tension between King John and the Barons. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
B

Sequence of Key Events Related to the Barons and the Magna Carta

Source B: A Timeline of Events (Simplified)

  • 1214: King John raises taxes; Barons protest
  • 1215: Rebellion begins; Barons capture London
  • June 15, 1215: King John agrees to the Magna Carta
  • August 19, 1215: Magna Carta is sealed at Runnymede
  • 1216: King John dies; disputes continue

Note: The timeline highlights the critical moments involving the Barons and the signing of the Magna Carta.

1.
Compare the events of 1214 and 1215 and explain how they are connected. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
2.
Outline the significance of the date June 15, 1215, in the timeline of the Barons' rebellion. (2 marks)
[2 marks]
3.
Analyze how the sealing of the Magna Carta at Runnymede in August 1215 affected the power of the king and the Barons. (4 marks)
[4 marks]

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1/1/2026
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