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In 1651 the Scots invaded England and were defeated at the __________.

the growth of britain 1500-1918 britain: union and conflict history

  1. Battle of Preston

  2. Battle of Dunbar

  3. Battle of Worcester

  4. Battle of Waterloo

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Scots invaded England in 1651 and were defeated at the Battle of Worcester by the English forces under Oliver Cromwell. Charles fled Scotland and the English soldiers occupied Scotland. 
Thus, option C is correct. 

When did Charles I agreed on a secret deal with the Scots?

the growth of britain 1500-1918 britain: union and conflict history

  1. 1646

  2. 1648

  3. 1650

  4. 1651

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

In 1648, Charles I signed a secret deal with the Scots. According to this deal, the Scots would invade England to restore Charles I to power in return for an English Presbyterian church.

When did massacre of Glencoe take place?

the growth of britain 1500-1918 britain: union and conflict history

  1. 13 January 1692

  2. 13 February 1692

  3. 23 February 1692

  4. 13 March 1692

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Campbell soldiers stayed with the MacDonalds at Glen Coe for 2 weeks due to the Highland custom. After two weeks, the soldiers were ordered to kill all MacDonald men, women and children under the age of 70. This massacre took place on 13 February 1692. 
Thus option B is correct. 

When did the British Parliament execute the Charles I?

the growth of britain 1500-1918 britain: union and conflict history

  1. 1645

  2. 1647

  3. 1648

  4. 1649

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Charles I forged an alliance with Scotland, but by the end of 1648, Oliver Cromwell’s New Model Army had consolidated its control over England. Charles was tried, convicted, and executed for high treason in January 1649.