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In the mid-17th century, following the English Civil War, the monarchy was abolished and England became a republic known as the Commonwealth. When Oliver Cromwell was chosen to lead the republic in 1653, what title was he granted?

  1. Lord ProtectorAnswer
  2. B
    King of the Commonwealth
  3. C
    The Duke of Wellington
  4. D
    King Charles II

Answer

Oliver Cromwell was granted the title of Lord Protector.
The correct answer is the title 'Lord Protector'. After the execution of Charles I in 1649, England was declared a republic. In 1653, Oliver Cromwell was appointed as the head of state under this specific title, which he held until his death in 1658.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the historical period
The period is the Commonwealth (1649–1660), which followed the execution of Charles I.
This establishes that the question is about the English republic.
2
Identify the leader of the republic
Oliver Cromwell was the central figure of the Commonwealth and the New Model Army.
Cromwell was the individual chosen to lead the country during this non-monarchical phase.
3
Determine the specific title granted in 1653
In 1653, Cromwell was given the title 'Lord Protector'.
This specific title distinguished his role from that of a traditional monarch while granting him executive power.

Key Concept

The governance of the Commonwealth republic under Oliver Cromwell as Lord Protector.

Practice More

Review the events of the Restoration in 1660 to understand how the Commonwealth ended.
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