AQA A-Level History 7042
1A The Age of the Crusades, c1071–1204
1B Spain in the Age of Discovery, 1469–1598
1C The Tudors: England, 1485–1603
1D Stuart Britain and the Crisis of Monarchy, 1603–1702
1E Russia in the Age of Absolutism and Enlightenment, 1682–1796
1F Industrialisation and the People: Britain, c1783–1885
1G Challenge and Transformation: Britain, c1851–1964
1H Tsarist and Communist Russia, 1855–1964
1J The British Empire, c1857–1967
1K The Making of a Superpower: USA, 1865–1975
1L The Quest for Political Stability: Germany, 1871–1991
2A Royal Authority and the Angevin Kings, 1154–1216
2B The Wars of the Roses, 1450–1499
2C The Reformation in Europe, c1500–1564
2D Religious Conflict and the Church in England, c1529–c1570
2E The English Revolution, 1625–1660
2F The Sun King: Louis XIV, France and Europe, 1643–1715
2G The Birth of the USA, 1760–1801
2H France in Revolution, 1774–1815
2J America: A Nation Divided, c1845–1877
2K International Relations and Global Conflict, c1890–1941
2L Italy and Fascism, c1900–1945
2M Wars and Welfare: Britain in Transition, 1906–1957
2N Revolution and Dictatorship: Russia, 1917–1953
2O Democracy and Nazism: Germany, 1918–1945
2P The Transformation of China, 1936–1997
2Q The American Dream: Reality and Illusion, 1945–1980
2R The Cold War, c1945–1991
2S The Making of Modern Britain, 1951–2007
2T The Crisis of Communism: The USSR and the Soviet Empire, 1953–2000
2E The English Revolution, 1625–1660
Royalist Strengths at the Outbreak of War
- 3 things to know
- Component 2
Overview
Recall questions on the regions the King controlled, his advantage in cavalry, the standing of an anointed monarch and Prince Rupert.
What you need to know
Answer each one before you reveal it.
Why did Charles I's status as anointed monarch benefit the Royalist cause?
What tactical approach was Prince Rupert known for employing?
Questions from this subtopic
Each one with the model answer underneath.
- 1
Which regions did the Royalists control at the start of the Civil War?
Model answer
The Royalists controlled much of the north and west of England and Wales, which were poorer and less populous than Parliament's south-east.
- 2
What military advantage did the Royalists possess in terms of cavalry leadership at the war's outset?
Model answer
The Royalists had experienced cavalry officers who provided skilled leadership for their mounted forces.
- 3
Why did Charles I's status as anointed monarch benefit the Royalist cause?
Model answer
As anointed monarch, Charles I commanded personal loyalty from supporters who felt bound by traditional allegiance to their king.
- 4
What position did Prince Rupert of the Rhine hold in the Royalist army?
Model answer
Prince Rupert served as the principal Royalist cavalry commander.
- 5
What tactical approach was Prince Rupert known for employing?
Model answer
Prince Rupert was known for aggressive shock tactics with his cavalry.
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What criticism was levelled at Prince Rupert's battlefield conduct?
Model answer
He was criticised for pursuing fleeing enemies rather than regrouping to support the infantry.
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