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Political radicalism: failure of the Levellers and Diggers and the ‘Godly Society’; Quakers, Baptists and other radical sects; the Rump Parliament as an experiment in radical republicanism; the Parliament of the Saints.
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Political radicalism: failure of the Levellers and Diggers and the ‘Godly Society’; Quakers, Baptists and other radical sects; the Rump Parliament as an experiment in radical republicanism; the Parliament of the Saints
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Which of the following best describes the main aim of the Levellers during the English Revolution?
Direct answer
The Levellers aimed to promote universal suffrage and equality before the law, advocating for a more democratic political system.
Key terms
- Radical Republicanism: A political ideology that advocates for a government based on the principles of popular sovereignty and the abolition of monarchy.
- Godly Society: A vision of society promoted by Puritan radicals, emphasizing moral governance and the establishment of a community based on religious principles.
Common trap
Confusing the Levellers and Diggers: Clarify that the Levellers focused on political rights and suffrage, while the Diggers emphasized communal land ownership and social equality.
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