Exam Technique: "Describe two features"
Part of The Restoration — GCSE History
This exam focus covers Exam Technique: "Describe two features" within The Restoration for GCSE History. Revise The Restoration in Restoration England 1660-1685 for GCSE History with 8 exam-style questions and 5 flashcards. This topic appears regularly enough that it should still be part of a steady revision cycle. It is section 6 of 15 in this topic. Treat this as a marking guide for what examiners are looking for, not just a fact list.
Topic position
Section 6 of 15
Practice
8 questions
Recall
5 flashcards
📝 Exam Technique: "Describe two features"
Example: "Describe two features of the Restoration settlement." (4 marks)
Model Answer:
One feature of the Restoration settlement was the Declaration of Breda. This was Charles II's promise to pardon most of those who had fought against his father, offer religious tolerance, and settle land disputes fairly. It helped make his return acceptable to former Parliamentarians.
Another feature was that Charles's power was limited compared to his father's. He could not raise taxes without Parliament's consent, and the prerogative courts like Star Chamber remained abolished. This meant Parliament had gained permanent power from the Civil War period.