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Magna Carta (1215) established that even the king is subject to the law

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easysingle choice

In what year was the Magna Carta sealed?

1066

1215

1689

1998

Explanation

The Magna Carta was sealed in 1215. It established the principle that the king is subject to the law. 1066 is the Norman Conquest, 1689 is the Bill of Rights, and 1998 is the Human Rights Act.

hardsingle choice

What key principle did the Magna Carta establish?

Freedom of the press

Universal suffrage for all adults

Even the king is subject to the law

The right to a free education

Explanation

The Magna Carta (1215) established that even the king must follow the law. It did not establish press freedom, universal suffrage, or free education — these came much later.

mediumsingle choice

Which document established the principle that even the king must follow the law?

The Bill of Rights

The Magna Carta

The Human Rights Act

The Acts of Union

Explanation

The Magna Carta (1215) established that the king is subject to the law. The Bill of Rights (1689) limited royal powers. The Human Rights Act (1998) incorporated the ECHR. The Acts of Union joined nations.