William III and Mary II, Anne-England Monarchs Test

Who was Anne and when did she rule?

Anne ruled from 1702-1714. She was the Queen during the Spanish Succession. She died from a stroke and had 17 pregnancies but no surviving children.

Who was her heir?

Anne's heir was Sophia from Germany, however she died 1-2 months before Anne.

When did they die?

Mary died in 1649, William ruled alone until he fell off a horse and died.

What was the Act of Settlement?

The Act of Settlement was quite literally so only a Protestant could be the monarch. Passed in 1701.

What was the Act of Union?

The Act of Union: -united England and Scotland -they became Great Britain -Scots given seats in Parliament and trade barriers were lifted

Was there fighting under their rule?

There were many wars in Europe, and the Act of Settlement was passed to ensure Protestant monarch.

When did William III and Mary II rule and who were they?

William III and Mary II ruled from 1689-1702. Mary was the daughter of James II and William was the nephew of James II. (they were cousins).