(The Enlightenment and Revolution: Constitutional versus Absolute Monarchies MC) Which of the following explains why the Magna Carta was important? (4 points)

a
It allowed the king to dismiss Parliament if he chooses.

b
It created a conflict that started the English Civil War.

c
It restored Charles II to his hereditary throne.

d
It was the first document to limit the king's powers.

Correct answer is d . It was the first document to limit the king's powers.

Explanation:

Options B and C are not correct because this are events that happened during the reign of Stuart dynasty. Stuarts tried to limit the role of Parliament, but failed to do so. That is why the Civil War in England was fought.

Option A is also not correct as the only rulers as we have said tried to limit the role of Parliament were Stuarts.

D is correct as it was the document brought in 1215 whose main goal was to limit the authority of King John, who didn't respect rights of his subjects.