Which statements are true about the glorious revolution? 1. one reason for referring to the overthrow of the king as glorious because there was no blood shed. 2. english protestant leaders asked for william and mary to come to england and take over the throne. 3. protestant leaders were upset with king james ii for appointing catholics to high positions in the army and government. 4. james ii consulted the parliament heavily on most issues affecting the english government there is more than one answer.