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The War of Roses

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    Initial conflict (1455 onward) – “Competing claims to the throne”
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  • What was the main cause of the Wars of the Roses?
    Power
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  • Which two houses fought in the Wars of the Roses?
    Lancaster
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  • Who defeated Richard III at the Battle of Bosworth Field?
    Henry
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  • What symbol represented the House of York?
    White
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  • What royal dynasty began after the wars ended?
    Tudors
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  • In which century did the Wars of the Roses begin?
    Fifteenth
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  • Which modern fantasy series was inspired by this war?
    Thrones
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  • What famous battle ended the conflict?
    Bosworth
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  • What title was given to the English ruler during this war?
    King
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  • What metal object represents noble houses’ heritage?
    Crown
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  • What system of loyalty among nobles was common in this time?
    Feudal
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  • What kind of war was it?
    Civil
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  • What was the result of the war for England?
    Unity
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  • What historical event inspired peace between the two houses?
    Marriage
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  • What word describes England’s condition during the wars?
    Chaos
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