Absolute Monarchs Flashcard

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Who was the King of Spain known for using the Catholic Inquisition to maintain power?

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King of Spain

Front

Which king broke with the Catholic Church in order to gain a divorce?

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Tudor King of England

Front

Who was known as 'The Sun King' and built the Palace of Versailles?

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Bourbon King of France

Front

Which ruler of Russia westernized the country and established a new capital called St. Petersburg?

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Czar of Russia

Front

What was the main reason for the Church losing power after the Reformation?

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All lead to rulers with total power

Front

What was the main source of wealth for the King of Spain?

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Great wealth from New World colonies

Front

Which king claimed Divine Right, stating that his power comes directly from God?

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King of Spain

Front

Who developed the Anglican Church?

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Tudor King of England

Front

Which king built the Palace of Versailles?

Back

Bourbon King of France

Front

Which ruler of Russia simplified the alphabet and introduced the first newspapers?

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Czar of Russia