Life in the UK test practice question · History
After 1689, which rule applied to every new king or queen?
Answer options
- They had to be Protestant.Correct
- They had to be born in London.
- They had to be elected by the people.
- They had to be Catholic.
Answer: They had to be Protestant.
The Bill of Rights barred Catholics from the throne. Every monarch after William and Mary had to be Protestant.
Checked 8 November 2026