Question

When King Edward I of England created Parliament in the late 1200s, how

was it divided? Who served in Parliament? (p.82)

Answer 1

1. The parliament was divided in to two sections called the House of Lords, and the House of Commons. The House of Lords was filled with bishops and nobleman. while the House of Commons was filled with local representatives and commonfolk.


2. Under King Edward I of England, The Parliament was filled with representatives of the clergy, the aristocracy, and even commoners/commonfolk.