Understanding the Significance of the Magna Carta
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This worksheet explores the vocabulary and key concepts related to the significance of the Magna Carta in medieval and early modern Britain.
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Understanding the Significance of the Magna Carta
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Vocabulary and Key Concepts
Magna Carta: A charter agreed to by King John in 1215 that limited royal authority and acknowledged certain legal rights.
Feudal System: The social and political system in medieval England where land was held from the king in exchange for loyalty and service.
Rule of Law: The principle that everyone, including the king, is subject to the law.
Charter: A written document outlining rights, privileges, or laws.
Clause: A specific article or section within a legal document like the Magna Carta.
The Magna Carta is often seen as a foundational document that helped establish the rule of law and limit the power of the monarchy.
Historian View: 'While originally a peace treaty between the king and rebellious barons, the Magna Carta became a symbol for the idea that no one, not even the king, was above the law.' — Professor Jane Smith, 2018.
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