Question

which statement best describes the significance of the magna carta?
a it only benefited the king
b it laid the foundation for individual rights and liberties
c it was a failure and had no lasting impact
d it was irrelevant to future governments
question 20 (1 point)
what was one of the major changes brought about by the magna carta?
a the church gained more power
b nobles had increased rights and protections
c commoners were given the right to vote
d kings could rule without limits

Explanation:

The Magna Carta, signed in 1215, was a charter that limited the power of the English king and guaranteed certain rights to the barons and freemen. It is considered a foundational document for the development of individual rights and liberties in the Western - legal tradition. It was not just beneficial to the king, was not a failure, and was highly relevant to future governments. One of its major impacts was giving increased rights and protections to the nobles as a check on royal power.

Answer:

Question 1: B. It laid the foundation for individual rights and liberties
Question 2: B. nobles had increased rights and protections