Commonwealth and the Protectorate

Give 3 problems the Rump Parliament faced in 1649?

Within Parliament, how popular was the decision to abolish the House of Lords? (give details)

Why did Cromwell go to Ireland in 1649 and why were his actions so controversial?

What justification did Cromwell give for his actions in Ireland?

Describe the actions of Charles II from 1650-51- why was he a threat to Parliament?

The Rump was dissolved by Cromwell in 1653, what part did financial issues play in this?

Give two achievements of the Rump of 1648-53

Who were the two main groups in the Barebones 'Saintly' Parliament and what did they disagree about? (2 specific examples)

How were the members of the Barebones Parliament selected- also why was it nicknamed 'Barebones'?

Who wrote the 'Instrument of Government' and what were its terms?

Why did Cromwell dissolve the First Protectorate Parliament?

What prompted the rule of the Major Generals?- give two facts about their responsibilities.

The Second Protectorate Parliament was called in 1656- why did Cromwell need to call it?

What was the Humble Petition and why did Cromwell reject it?