Question

question 10 of 10
what is one of the four basic principles of the 1628 petition of right?
a. citizens are protected from cruel and unusual punishments.
b. citizens cannot be forced to house soldiers.
c. all citizens have the right to a fair and speedy trial.
d. all citizens have the right to freedom of speech

Explanation:

The 1628 Petition of Right limited the power of the English monarchy. One of its four basic principles was that citizens could not be forced to house soldiers (quartering of troops). The other principles related to no taxation without Parliament's consent, no imprisonment without just cause, and no martial - law in peacetime.

Answer:

B. Citizens cannot be forced to house soldiers.