What was the primary reason for the Glorious Revolution in 1689?

Preventing a Catholic monarchy, opposition to James II's rule, Protestant concerns over succession, and the invitation of William of Orange.

Fill in the blank: The War of the Spanish Succession involved major powers including the Spanish, English, French, and ___ empires.

Austrian

What does Gulliver identify as the three main causes of human warfare?

Ambition to conquer, corruption of the government, and differences of opinion.

True or False: The Master Horse believes that humans possess rationality.

False. The Master Horse thinks humans lack reason and rationality.

Explain the significance of the term 'upshot' as it relates to the resolution of conflicts in the narrative.

The term 'upshot' signifies the final outcome of conflicts or resolutions, originally linked to archery, highlighting agreements after disputes or war.

Fill in the blank: The Glorious Revolution resulted in the reign of ___ and ___ from 1689 to 1702.

William and Mary

What criticism does Gulliver make about lawyers in relation to justice?

Gulliver criticizes lawyers for being trained to defend anything, often prioritizing lies over truth, thereby undermining justice.

During the War of the Spanish Succession, what major territorial change occurred for England?

England gained several territories in Eastern Canada and secured commercial privileges in Spanish colonies in America.

What does the Master Horse find disturbing about Gulliver's discussions on warfare?

The Master Horse is disturbed by the violent nature of humans and the destructive capabilities enabled by their weapons.

What does Gulliver imply about the influence of power on legal outcomes?

Power influences legal outcomes; judges may be biased, legal decisions are shaped by power, and innocence can be overlooked.

Fill in the blank: According to Gulliver, the training of lawyers focuses more on ___ than on wisdom or knowledge.

Defending lies