Causes of the English Civil War

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What was the primary cause of the English Civil War?
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The main cause was the power struggle between King Charles I and Parliament over governance and finances.
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How did religion contribute to the English Civil War?
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Religion was a significant factor, with tensions between Protestant factions and fears of Catholicism influencing the monarchy.
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What were the economic causes of the English Civil War?
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Economic causes included heavy taxation and Charles I's use of non-parliamentary means to raise funds.
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How did Charles I's personality contribute to the war?
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Charles I's stubbornness and refusal to compromise alienated him from Parliament and many of his subjects.
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What role did the Petition of Right play in leading to the war?
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The Petition of Right (1628) sought to limit the king’s power and emphasize parliamentary rights, deepening the divide.
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