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Exchequer - GCSE History Definition

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In GCSE History, the Exchequer was the part of the government in medieval and early modern England that looked after the king’s money. It was set up in the 1100s and was in charge of collecting taxes, paying royal expenses, and checking the accounts to make sure everything added up. It was named after the chequered cloth used to help with counting money. The Exchequer was important because it helped the crown control finances and became a key part of how the government was run. Studying the Exchequer helps students understand how royal power and administration worked and developed over time.

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Zoe Wade

Reviewer: Zoe Wade

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Zoe has worked in education for 10 years as a teaching assistant and a teacher. This has given her an in-depth perspective on how to support all learners to achieve to the best of their ability. She has been the Lead of Key Stage 4 History, showing her expertise in the Edexcel GCSE syllabus and how best to revise. Ever since she was a child, Zoe has been passionate about history. She believes now, more than ever, the study of history is vital to explaining the ever-changing world around us. Zoe’s focus is to create accessible content that breaks down key historical concepts and themes to achieve GCSE success.

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