Absolute Monarchs

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The document that was signed that protected Huguenots in France

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Edict of Nantes

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The French monarch who declared "I am the State"

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Louis XIV

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The greatest danger to Louis' rule came from

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Very high nobles

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Louis XIV came to the throne in 1643 at the age of 4!  Due to his young age, _________, the chief minister, took control of the government.

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Cardinal Mazarin

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Louis had left France in a woeful ______ at the time of his death.  Due to overspending on excess the treasure was drained.

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Financial condition

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What name did Louis XVI give himself? Options: The Sun King, The Son King, The Most Catholic King, The Lord Protectorate

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The Sun King

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How did absolute monarchs maintain their authority? Options: By controlling a centralized bureaucracy, standing army & economic policies designed to maximize the wealth of the state., Through implementation of a strict policy of consulting with a parliamentary body as designated by the voting districts., Through maintaining a strong military as to create a balance of power withing a particular geographic region., Developing an economic policy focused on expansion within one's state as well as overseas expansion.

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By controlling a centralized bureaucracy, standing army & economic policies designed to maximize the wealth of the state.

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What country is this?

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Russia

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What city was built in a swamp connected to the Baltic Sea, that became the "New" Capital of Russia in 1703-1917. Also know as "The City built on Bones."

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St. Petersburg

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Which of the following is the best definition of Westernization? A transition of dress and customs to that of American Cowboys, Expanding a countries borders, Converting to the customs and practices of Western European civilization., Focusing a countries attention more toward farming and cattle herding

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Converting to the customs and practices of Western European civilization.