Absolutism, Scientific Revolution, Enlightenment

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A form of government with unlimited power held by one individual

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Absolutism

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Which of the following was NOT a factor that helped lead to the rise of Absolute monarchs?
Stimulation of trade from the crusades,
Strengthening of the power of the Catholic Church,
Weakened power of feudal lords,
Protestant Reformation weakening the power of the church

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Strengthening of the power of the Catholic Church

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Which of the following is/are advantages of Absolute monarchs? Thoughts/needs of other people not considered, It is fast because only one person needs to make decisions, Leads to mistrust and inefficiency , Military can be used against the people

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It is fast because only one person needs to make decisions

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All of the following describe the War of the Spanish Succession EXCEPT:
Phillip of Anjou inherited the Spanish throne,
Ends with the Treaty of Utrecht,
Balance of Power in Europe is upset

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Spain and France fought against each other

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What does Absolute Ruler mean?

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A ruler who is involved in all aspects of government and public life

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The theory justifying a monarch's rule by God's authority is called

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divine right

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He introduced newspapers, shaved beards, and encouraged western fashion.

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Peter the Great

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He took power from the nobles and church officials. Options: Louis the XIV, Peter the Great, Both

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Both

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Louis XIV and Peter the Great would most likely agree with the expression

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do not question government authority

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Enlightenment philosopher who believed people had natural rights of life, liberty, and property.

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John Locke