Absolute Kings Test Review

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What is the Divine Right of Kings?

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The belief that kings derive their authority from God

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What is Constitutionalism?

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A system where the government is limited by law.

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What is Absolutism?

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A political doctrine advocating for absolute monarchy.

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What is Mercantilism?

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An economic policy that emphasizes exports over imports.

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What are exports?

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Goods sold to other countries

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Name the Dynasty that began with Henry of Navarre.

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Bourbon

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What was the Edict of Nantes?

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A decree granting religious freedom

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What did Louis XIV build that was proof of his absolute power?

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The Palace of Versailles

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Name the first Russian ruler to take the title Czar.

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Ivan the Terrible

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What was the Petition of Rights? Who was made to sign it?

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A document limiting the king's power; King Charles I