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Question 33 • Principles of American Democracy

The Magna Carta was presented to King John in 1215 because people

Answer
A
wanted him to declare war on France.
B
were tired of his tyrannical rule.
C
wanted to praise him for his good deeds.
D
were afraid he was too weak a ruler.

Explanation

King John’s subjects, especially the barons, resented his harsh and arbitrary rule, including heavy taxes and abuses of power. In 1215 they pressured him to accept the Magna Carta, which placed limits on the king’s authority and protected certain rights. So the best choice is “were tired of his tyrannical rule.”

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