WORLD HISTORY

Detailed explanation-1: -Which of the following did the Restoration “restore” to power in England? the monarchy, as an institution.

Detailed explanation-2: -The Restoration period in England began with the reinstatement of Charles II and spanned 28 years of the 17th century (1660 to 1688).

Detailed explanation-3: -In 1660, the monarchy was restored when Parliament invited King Charles II to take the throne. Although the military played a crucial role in his return, the King soon established a new force-the British Army.

Detailed explanation-4: -The Restoration refers to the restoration of the monarchy when Charles II was restored to the throne of England following an eleven-year Commonwealth period during which the country was governed by Parliament under the direction of the Puritan General Oliver Cromwell.

Detailed explanation-5: -In 1660 Parliament offered to restore the monarchy if Charles would agree to concessions for religious toleration and a general amnesty. Charles was not as hard-headed as his father, and he agreed to the proposals. He returned to London on a wave of popular support to be crowned Charles II (1660-85).