Mary II of England

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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1. When was Mary II of England born?November 30, 1662
2. When did Mary II of England die?December 28, 1694
3. What is Mary II of England known for?Her role in the Glorious Revolution and establishing constitutional monarchy
4. What is the joint reign?Co-monarch with William III from 1689 to 1694
5. What is the key legislation?Co-signed the Bill of Rights (1689) and the Toleration Act (1689)
6. Who was Mary II of England?Mary II was a queen who ruled together with her husband, William of Orange. She helped change how kings and queens worked in England.

Constitutional Monarchy: A system of government where a monarch's power is limited by a constitution and laws.
Glorious Revolution: The 1688 overthrow of King James II, leading to the joint rule of William and Mary.
Bill of Rights (1689): A foundational document limiting monarchical power and establishing parliamentary supremacy.
Stadtholder: The chief magistrate or executive of the Dutch Republic during Mary's time.