englishcivilwardebate

English Civil War Debate

Debate on Events Leading up to the English Civil War

Directions: Your task is to prepare for a large-class debate on various topics leading up to the English Civil War. You will be assigned to one of two sides: those in support of Kings James I and Charles I; and those who were against them.

Format: We will divide the class into two parts. I’ll moderate a discussion (should be a lively debate) as you argue your reasons for or against the topic.

Period 2: Pro King James I and Charles I: Aspin to Kiesling Anti King James I and Charles I (AKA pro-parliament): Kohli to Vera

Period 5

Pro King James I and Charles I: Bakar to Montalvo Anti King James I and Charles I: Nix to Yldefonzo

Topics you must master:

1. Divine Right of Kings according to James I 2. Organization of the Church of England 3. Petition of Right—1628 4. Ship money taxes 5. Policies of Bishop Laud You'll find this info on pages 468-470 of your text. Remember you'll be arguing from the perspective of those who opposed the king or those who supported the king.

Come to class with notes of major arguments you can make in support or opposition to each of the topics above, from the perspective of your assigned side.

If you were absent today, come prepared on Tuesday.