By the beginning of the 18th century, a two-party political system had developed in England. There were two parties:

By the beginning of the 18th century, a two-party political system had developed in England. There were two parties: a) Tories and Whigs b) Catholics and Puritans c) cavaliers and roundheads d) levellers and diggers

Correct answer: 1. In the 18th century, after the revolution in England, a party system was formed. The first opposing parties were the Tories and Whigs. They defended polarly different interests. The Tories were in favor of the monarchy of England. The Whigs advocated a republican system and democratic principles. They strove to ensure that the authority of the parliament and the reform course were preserved in the state. They were considered the progressive party of England at that time. It included: the bourgeoisie and the working class.