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Chapter 03A Long and Illustrious History Premium practice locked

The Middle Ages

The medieval period covers monarchy, church power, Magna Carta, parliaments, wars, plague, and social change.

Key facts to remember

1

Magna Carta in 1215 limited royal power and became a symbol of lawful government.

2

The Black Death transformed society and labour in the 14th century.

3

The development of Parliament is a recurring civic-history theme.

Key terms

Magna CartaBlack DeathParliamentmedieval monarchy

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