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In the late 13th and early 14th centuries, the English Crown sought to expand its authority across the British Isles, successfully annexing Wales by 1284. However, Scottish resistance remained a major challenge. Which of the following statements accurately identifies the key figures and the outcome of the Battle of Bannockburn in 1314?

  1. Robert the Bruce led the Scottish army to a decisive victory over King Edward II of England, securing a major step toward Scottish independence.Answer
  2. B
    William Wallace commanded the Scottish forces to a victory over King Edward I, forcing the English to recognize Scottish sovereignty immediately after the battle.
  3. C
    King Edward I successfully defeated the Scots at Bannockburn, allowing him to extend the Statute of Rhuddlan to the Scottish legal system.
  4. D
    The English army, led by Edward II, successfully captured Robert the Bruce at the battle, effectively ending the Wars of Scottish Independence for the remainder of the century.

Answer

The Scottish army, led by Robert the Bruce, defeated King Edward II of England at the Battle of Bannockburn in 1314.
The correct answer accurately states that Robert the Bruce led the Scottish forces to victory over King Edward II in 1314. This battle was the most significant victory for the Scots during the Wars of Independence and consolidated Bruce's position as King of Scots.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the specific date and battle mentioned in the stem.
The date is 1314 and the event is the Battle of Bannockburn.
Establishing the correct chronological context is essential for identifying the historical figures involved.
2
Recall the leaders of the Scottish and English forces in 1314.
The Scots were led by Robert the Bruce, and the English were led by King Edward II.
This distinguishes the event from earlier conflicts involving William Wallace (who died in 1305) and King Edward I (who died in 1307).
3
Determine the outcome and historical significance of the battle.
The Scots won the battle, which was a major step towards independence.
The English attempt to maintain control over Scotland was significantly set back by this defeat.

Key Concept

The difference between the successful English conquest of Wales (1284) and the successful Scottish resistance led by Robert the Bruce (1314).
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