Question

The purpose behind writing Magna Carta was to _____.

show the noblemen how to write a contract

create a new legal concept

ensure that the king did not act above the law

protect all Englishmen from the king’s power

provide a basis for common law in England

Answer 1

Ensure the king did not act above the law

Answer 2

Ensure that the king did not act above the law.

At that time, the king has too much power. The Magna Carta put thr king under the law to reduce that power.