What was the Glorious Revolution of 1688?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. Removal of James II for William and Mary
- Step 1: The Glorious Revolution was the deposition of King James II in November 1688. "He was replaced by his daughter Mary II and her Dutch husband, James's nephew William III of Orange." Answer: Removal of James II for William and Mary. Why not the others: The abolition of the monarchy by Parliament: The Glorious Revolution replaced one monarch with others rather than abolishing the monarchy. Cromwell's seizure of power after civil war: It was the deposition of James II, not a seizure of power by Cromwell. A Scottish invasion of England under James: It was the deposition of James II, not an invasion from Scotland.
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