Vocabulary

 

 

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Oliver Cromwell, Parliamentarian: “Well sons, there it is: Parliament House. On that place rests all the hopes of this nation — for the settlement of its ills and peace.”
Oliver Cromwell, Junior: “Do you think it could come to war, father?”
Oliver Cromwell, Parliamentarian: “Well Oliver, when men run out of words, they reach for their swords. Let’s hope we can keep them talking.”

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John Pym, Puritan Parliamentarian Leader: “The king demands money. To raise an army. This House demand redress for grievances . . . Grievances which for the past twelve years have laid heavily on the nation.

I say therefore that this House is resolved to vote — NO money for the King!

Henry Ireton, Puritan Parliamentarian: “Welcome back Oliver.”

Speaker of the House: “Order! Order!”

John Pym, Puritan Parliamentarian: “Neither will we take up arms against our Scottish brethren, unless . . . UNLESS, this parliament is allowed to function as the true voice of the people of England! And not as a gathering of lackeys to the King.”

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Lord Chancellor: “Sir Edward Hyde, Your Majesty.”
Charles I, King of England: “Well, Sir Edward.”
Sir Edward Hyde, Advisor: “Your Majesty, I believe the House will grant a loan to the Crown . . . but only on certain conditions.”
Earl of Stafford: “Conditions? What do you mean conditions?”
King Charles I: “What are these conditions, Sir Edward?”
Sir Edward Hyde, Advisor: “In essence, Sire, that the Crown relinquishes all authority over Parliament.”

King Charles I: “And who put forward this proposal?”
Sir Edward Hyde, Advisor: “John Pym, Henry Ireton, John Hampton — the Puritans. They were well supported, My Lord.”
Earl of Stafford: “And they call themselves ‘Englishmen’! My god, it’s enough to make a man deny his birthright.
King Charles I: “Yet with all, they still be Englishmen.”
Earl of Stafford: “They make a mockery of the Crown. Abuse the privilege of free speech with sedition and treason!”
King Charles I: “You’re too loud, Lord Stafford; it’s most unpleasant to the ears.

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Henrietta Maria, Queen of England: “So it has come to this, My Lord, that you now bargain for your Crown!”
King Charles I of England: “What would you have me do, arrest every man who opposes me?

Hang them?

Queen Henrietta Maria: “Would you rather make a gift of the Crown of England to the rabble in the street?”
King Charles I: “It lies beyond my power to arrest a citizen without proper charges.”
Queen Henrietta Maria: “Charges are immaterial.”

Sir Edward Hyde, Advisor: “Such an act would subvert the fundamental laws of this land, madam.”
Queen Henrietta Maria: “Such an act might save the Crown of England, My Lord.”

King Charles I: “I’ve governed this country justly and fairly this past twelve years without the reference to any Parliament. And be assured that I do not intend to be schooled in my high office by illiterate farmhands, cobblers and basket weavers.”

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King Charles I: “My Lord Stafford, you will rid us of these troublemakers, Pym, Ireton, Oliver.”
Earl of Stafford: “I’ll arrest every one of them, My Lord.”
King Charles I: “As you will.”
Earl of Stafford: “I shall need a warrant.”
King Charles I: “That is imperative.”
Earl of Stafford: “And what shall the charges be, My Lord?”
King Charles I: “You’re an experienced officer of the Crown, Stafford; you do not need to be instructed by me.”

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John Pym, Parliamentarian: “Mr. Speaker . . . May I have permission to address the House?
William Lenthall, Speaker of the House: “By all means, Sir.”
John Pym, Parliamentarian: “Gentlemen, a matter has come to my notice which is of deep concern to me — and will I am sure to every single member of this House.

The Earl of Stafford has this day put a warrant — for the arrest and impeachment of myself, and four other honorable members of this House . . . Upon a charge of high treason!”

Henry Ireton, Parliamentarian: “Though the Earl of Stafford’s hand may be upon this warrant, I see in this business not the hand of Stafford, but that of the King.”

Oliver Cromwell, Parliamentarian: “My Lords! I beseech you, don’t not condemn this King too hastily.

Member of Parliament: “Nonsense, Sir!”

Oliver Cromwell, Parliamentarian: “But I am persuaded that he has been ill-advised upon this course.”

Henry Ireton, Parliamentarian: “Is not a King to be advised whom he seeks counsel?”

Oliver Cromwell, Parliamentarian: “It is not. It is not the function of this House to pass judgment upon this king. The fault lies with the very people whom the King has sought counsel.

I therefore move . . . that this House demands the arrest and impeachment of the Earl of Stafford upon the charge of high treason upon the people of this nation!”

William Lenthall, Speaker of the House: “Silence! Order!

A motion has been proposed. Let it now be put to the question: is the motion agreed?”

Some Parliamentarians on the Right: “No, no, no.”

Speaker of the House: “In favor of the motion:”

Vast Majority of Parliamentarians: “AYE!!! AYE!!! AYE!!!”

Speaker of the House: “The ‘Ayes’ have it.”

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Questions

 

Serf. Oliver Cromwell admires and respects Whitehall Palace, Windsor Castle, and Buckingham Palace. True or false?

Peasant, Peon. “When men run out of words, they reach for their swords. Let’s hope we can keep them talking.” What does this mean?

Foot Soldier, Archer, Pikeman. The King and Queen of England live a very humble and modest lifestyle. What do you think? Do they have very private lives?

Tradesman, Journeyman (Baker, Tailor, Carpenter). The goal of John Pym, the parliamentarian is to have a war so he can become King of England. Is this right or wrong?

Jester, Minstrel, Troubadour, Musician. Does Parliament support King Charles I and obey him? Is Parliament unquestionably loyal to the King of England?

Artisan, Craftsman. Everyone in parliament came up with the same idea at the same time. Is this correct or incorrect?

Clergy, Priest, Monk. Do the Earl of Stafford and Queen Henrietta Maria agree with the Parliamentarians? Are they calm and cool, or belligerent and aggressive?

Merchant, Trader. King Charles I decided to negotiate and work together with Parliament. Do you agree?

Yeoman. Did John Pym, Henry Ireton, John Hampton, and Oliver Cromwell give themselves in (surrender) to the authorities?

Vassal. Did Parliament vote on a proposal? What was the proposal or motion? Was is a very close vote or did the overwhelming majority vote one way?
 
 
 
Knight, Squire. Are you familiar with the English Civil War, Oliver Cromwell, King Charles I, the Parliamentarians, Round Heads, Cavaliers?

What do you think about the English Civil War?

Gentry. Has the form of your countries government changed over history?

Nobility (Lord, Earl, Duke). What are some political “issues” in your nation and the world?

Archbishop, Bishop, Cardinal. Would you like to see any reforms of changes?