APFIVE English Civil War and Royal Legitimacy
Which of the following best explains how the outcome of the English Civil War (1642–1651) affected views on the legitimacy of royal power in England?
A
It promoted the idea that military prowess alone should define a ruler’s legitimacy, overshadowing constitutional considerations.
B
It resulted in a complete dismantling of centralized government in favor of a loose federation of independent regions.
C
It illustrated a shift away from the divine right of kings to the establishment of parliamentary authority as a key component of governance.
D
It affirmed the timeless principle that royal power is absolute and divinely ordained, thus justifying centralized monarchy.
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