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The Exclusion Crisis (1679-1681) was a defining period in British history, marked by the debate over the succession of the English throne and the potential for a Catholic monarchy. Triggered by the 'Popish Plot,' a fabricated conspiracy, it led to the introduction of the Exclusion Bill to prevent the Catholic Duke of York from ascending to the throne. This crisis spurred the creation of the Whig and Tory factions and set the stage for the Glorious Revolution, shaping the future of England's political and religious landscape.
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The fabricated conspiracy that Catholics intended to assassinate King Charles II and place his Catholic brother on the throne, which sparked the Exclusion Crisis
First Exclusion Bill
The bill introduced in 1679 to disinherit James, Duke of York, from the succession due to his Catholic religion, but was blocked by King Charles II
Second Exclusion Bill
The bill introduced in 1680 to prevent James, Duke of York, from succeeding the throne, but was defeated in the House of Lords
The panic and prejudice against Catholics fueled by the 'Popish Plot' and historical tensions, which intensified the political conflict and public outcry during the Exclusion Crisis
The act passed in 1679 to strengthen individual legal protections, coinciding with the political turmoil of the Exclusion Crisis
First Dissolution
King Charles II dissolved Parliament in 1679 to prevent the passage of the First Exclusion Bill
Second Dissolution
King Charles II dissolved Parliament again in 1681, marking the end of the Exclusion Crisis and foreshadowing future constitutional challenges
The Exclusion Crisis catalyzed the formation of the Whig and Tory political factions, which had differing views on the succession and religious freedom
The revolution in 1688 that established the primacy of Parliament over the monarchy and led to the joint reign of William III and Mary II, influenced by the Exclusion Crisis
The Exclusion Crisis highlighted the need for religious tolerance, contributing to the gradual secularization of English society
The ideological rifts between Whigs and Tories during the Exclusion Crisis laid the foundation for England's two-party system, shaping political dynamics for generations
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The ______ Crisis, occurring between ______ and ______, involved a dispute over who should inherit the English crown and the risk of a ______ monarchy.
Exclusion
1679
1681
Catholic
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Habeas Corpus Act significance
Strengthened legal protections, 1679, amidst political unrest.
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King Charles II's response to First Exclusion Bill
Dissolved Parliament to block the bill, preventing its passage.
