| A | B |
| divine right | monarchs derive power directly from God |
| martial law | temporary military rule with limits on individual rights |
| royalist | pro-monarchy group member |
| commonwealth | state ruled by elected representatives |
| James I | Son of Mary, Queen of Scots; became King of England in 1603 |
| Puritans | Wanted to purify English church of Catholic remnants |
| Charles I | Son of James I; became King of England in 1625; angered the English people and Parliament |
| Cavaliers | Army of nobles and landowners, many of whom also members of King's calvary |
| Roundheads | army of supporters of Puritans and Parliament; bowl haircuts |
| Oliver Cromwell | Military leader of rebellion; chosen by Parliament |
| England | a country |
| Great Britain | an island |
| British Commonwealth | all territories under English control at any given time |