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Estimate the constitutional importance of the minority of Henry III.
"England never had abler ruler." How far is this true of Henry III's minority ?
Outline briefly the constitutional importance of the period 1216-1258.
What is the importance of the minority of Henry III in English history ?
'Constitutional developments are a commentary on changing social conditions.' Discuss this statement with reference to the reign of Henry III.
To what extent were the constitutional proposals put forward in 1258 in advance of those of 1215 ?
'Deliberate and enlightened revolution.' Do you agree with this estimate of baronial policy in 1258 ?
Criticise the organisation of government contemplated in the Provisions of Oxford.
Describe and comment upon the aims of baronial opposition to Henry III as revealed in the Provisions of Oxford.
Why did the baronial movement for reform 1258-1265 fail ?
How far can it be said that Henry III made innovations in government during the years of his personal rule ?
How and why did the monarchy survive the dangers of the early years of the reign of Henry III (1216-1220)?
"Unlike the barons of 1215, those of 1258 had a coherent plan of reform." Is this true, and, if so, for what reasons?
Do the events of Henry III's reign suggest that Magna Carta failed to remedy the main grievances of the English baronage against the Angevin monarchy ?
Can Henry III be said to have had a "foreign policy"?
"An unprincipled set of self seekers." Is this fair assessment of the baronial leaders of 1258 ?
"It was more of a family quarrel than a fight for principles."Is this a fair judgment on the baronial revolt of 1258-1265.
What was at issue between Henry III and his Barons in 1258 and how complete was the king's victory after Evesham ?
The Mise of Amiens is a clear illustration of the political creed of St. Louis.' Discuss.
Why was Henry III forced to accept the "Baronial Plan of Reform" in 1258 when he had not earlier been prepared to accept similar plans ?
Why and how did the monarchy survive the difficulties which faced Henry III at his accession ?
How did the barons of the thirteenth century assert their claims to be the King's natural counsellors ?
Examine the validity of the barons' claims to be the Kings natural counsellors in the thirteenth century.
During the reign of Henry III the political tide was setting in the direction of representation and consent.' Discuss.
'English national consciousness first began to affect the course of History in the reign of Henry III.' Discuss.
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JSI/21/08/97
School of History and Welsh History - University of Wales Bangor