📕 Chapter 3: A Long and Illustrious History
Which TWO principles are associated with the Magna Carta, as described in the paragraph?
Correct answers: It limited the power of the monarch.; It introduced the concept of a fair trial.
A It ensured all people, regardless of status, had equal rights.
✓ It limited the power of the monarch.
✓ It introduced the concept of a fair trial.
D It was the first document in history to explicitly define universal human rights.
💡 Explanation
The Magna Carta limited the power of the king and included key principles such as the right to a fair trial.
Key facts to remember
- One of the most important constitutional documents
- Protected rights of nobility and limited royal power
- Influenced development of democracy and human rights worldwide
Why this is the answer
From the official Life in the UK study material — 3.2.2 The Magna Carta 1215:
The Magna Carta is one of the most important documents in constitutional history. It protected the rights of the nobility and limited the power of the king. Key principles included the right to a fair trial and the idea that no free man could be imprisoned without lawful judgement. These ideas later influenced the development of democracy and human rights around the world.
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