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Peasants’ Revolt in England (1381) Quiz

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  • The Peasants' Revolt in England in 1381 was a major uprising against the poll tax and other injustices.
  • The revolt was sparked by the implementation of a new poll tax in 1380, which was seen as unfair and burdensome to the lower classes.
  • The leader of the Peasants' Revolt was a man named Wat Tyler, who was a former soldier and blacksmith.
  • The rebels marched on London in June 1381, burning and looting as they went.
  • During the revolt, the rebels captured and executed several prominent figures, including the Archbishop of Canterbury.
  • King Richard II initially agreed to meet with the rebels and hear their grievances, but the meeting ended in violence.
  • After the failed meeting, the king's forces began to suppress the revolt, leading to a number of skirmishes and battles.
  • The revolt was ultimately put down by the king's forces, and many of the rebel leaders were captured and executed.
  • One of the key demands of the rebels was the abolition of serfdom, which was a form of feudal labor that tied peasants to the land.
  • The Peasants' Revolt is considered one of the most significant popular uprisings in English history.
  • The revolt had a lasting impact on English society, leading to some reforms in the treatment of peasants and laborers.
  • The rebels were able to gain widespread support from peasants, laborers, and even some members of the clergy.
  • The revolt spread quickly across the country, with rebels rising up in various towns and villages.
  • The rebels' demands included the abolition of the poll tax, the removal of corrupt officials, and the right to negotiate wages and working conditions.
  • The revolt was also fueled by resentment towards the nobility and the perceived injustices of the feudal system.
  • The rebels were able to gain control of several key cities, including London, before being defeated by the king's forces.
  • The Peasants' Revolt had a lasting impact on the English monarchy, leading to increased centralization of power and efforts to prevent future uprisings.
  • The revolt marked a turning point in the relationship between the nobility and the lower classes in England.
  • The Peasants' Revolt inspired other uprisings and rebellions throughout Europe in the following years.
  • The rebellion was ultimately unsuccessful in achieving its goals, but it did lead to some improvements in the conditions of the lower classes in England.

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