Causes and Consequences of the Restoration: Focus on Charles II

History
Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
7 questions
~14 mins
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This worksheet explores the causes that led to the Restoration of Charles II and the consequences that followed, encouraging students to analyse and compare historical factors.

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Causes and Consequences of the Restoration: Focus on Charles II

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Introduction to the Restoration

The Restoration marked the return of Charles II to the throne in 1660 after a period of Civil War and Commonwealth rule. It was driven by political, social, and economic factors, and had significant consequences for England, Scotland, and Ireland. Understanding these causes and consequences helps us understand the shift from republicanism back to monarchy and the changes that this brought.

1.
Explain two main causes that led to the Restoration of Charles II in 1660. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
2.
Compare the social impacts of the Restoration with those during the Commonwealth period. (6 marks)
[6 marks]
3.
Outline how economic factors contributed to the return of Charles II. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
4.
Analyse the consequences of the Restoration for the relationship between England and Ireland. (6 marks)
[6 marks]
5.
Compare the political stability of England before and after the Restoration. (6 marks)
[6 marks]
6.
Write a brief summary of the key causes that led to the Restoration of Charles II. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
7.
Explain how the consequences of the Restoration affected religious practices in England. (4 marks)
[4 marks]

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Created
1/1/2026
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1/1/2026
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