Asked by Jazmin Gandara on May 14, 2024

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What was the context in which groups such as the Levellers and Diggers arose?

A) religious changes brought about by Henry VIII breaking with the Catholic Church
B) political unrest to the point of a civil war
C) economic prosperity spurred by immense colonial wealth
D) economic stability created by the enclosure movement
E) cultural changes resulting from a great influx of immigrants from Ireland

English Civil War

A series of armed conflicts and political machinations between Parliamentarians and Royalists from 1642 to 1651 in England, concerning governance and authority issues.

Sovereignty

The authority of a state to govern itself or another state, encompassing the concept of absolute power and independence within a territory.

Parliament

A legislative body of government, typically in a parliamentary system, responsible for making laws and overseeing the government.

  • Investigate the idea of "English liberty" and its historical progression, especially following the enactment of the Magna Carta.
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rosie omalleyMay 17, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
The Levellers and Diggers emerged during a period of political unrest, specifically during the English Civil War (1642-1651) and the subsequent Commonwealth period (1649-1660). Both groups were comprised of individuals who were critical of the monarchy and traditional social hierarchies, and who sought radical changes to the political and economic structures of the time.