Question

Why was the Act of Settlement passed?

Answer 1

Answer:

C) to allow Protestant members of the House of Hanover to inherit the throne  

Explanation:

The Act of Settlement was designed by the English parliament to resolve the conflict over the succession to the English and Irish throne over Protestants. With this law the Protestant members of the House of Hanover were allowed to inherit the throne.

Answer 2

D: Distribute power equitably between the king and the two houses of parliament