Module 11 Review

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What was the amount of silver Spain took from the New World between 1550-1650?

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16,000 tons

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Who was Cardinal Mazarin and what were his contributions after Richelieu?

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He ended the 30 Years War, was hated by nobles, and died in 1661.

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What were some of the reforms Peter the Great implemented during his reign?

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He forced nobles to serve the state, improved western technology and culture, pushed through social and economic reforms, spread serfdom, and brought all Russian institutions under his control.

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Did Diego Velazquez write Don Quixote de la Mancha?

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False, it was written by Miguel de Cervantes.

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Who was the first Russian ruler to take the title of Czar?

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Ivan IV, also known as Ivan the Terrible.

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What was the significance of the 30 Years War in European history?

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It was a major conflict that involved many European powers and had significant political and religious implications.

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What role did nobles play in the governance of Russia during Peter the Great's reign?

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Nobles were forced to serve the state and were subject to reforms that centralized power.

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What impact did the influx of silver from the New World have on Spain's economy?

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It led to inflation and economic challenges, often referred to as the 'Spanish Price Revolution'.

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What were the main goals of Peter the Great's westernization policies?

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To modernize Russia's military, economy, and culture by adopting Western European practices.

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What was the relationship between Cardinal Mazarin and the French nobility?

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He was largely disliked by the nobility, which led to tensions during his rule.