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Religious changes: religious toleration and changes to the position of Anglicans, Protestants and Catholics.
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The establishment of constitutional monarchy, 1678–1702 (A-level only)
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Religious changes: religious toleration and changes to the position of Anglicans, Protestants and Catholics
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Which of the following acts was a significant step towards religious toleration in England during the late 17th century?
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The Act of Toleration of 1689 allowed for greater religious freedom for Nonconformists, marking a significant shift in England's approach to religious diversity.
Key terms
- Nonconformists: Protestants who did not conform to the Church of England, including Baptists, Quakers, and others.
- Constitutional Monarchy: A system of governance where the monarch's powers are limited by law and balanced by an elected parliament.
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Confusing the Act of Toleration with earlier legislation: Remember that the Act of Toleration specifically allowed Nonconformists to worship freely, while the Test Act restricted officeholding to Anglicans.
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