In which year did civil war break out between Charles I and Parliament?

A1646
B1640
C1642Right answer
D1649

Answer: 1642

War started in 1642, after Charles I failed to arrest five parliamentary leaders. Supporters of the king were called Cavaliers and those of Parliament Roundheads.

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