Absolutism and Constitutionalism

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Which of the following was a primary result of the Glorious Revolution of 1688? Options: The establishment of universal male suffrage, The restoration of Roman Catholicism to England and Scotland, The limitation of monarchical power, The execution of Charles II, The triumph of Puritanism

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The limitation of monarchical power

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The system of intendants was established in 17th Century France primarily to

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Implement royal policies on a local level

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The revolt against France’s increasingly centralized monarchy in 1648-52 is generally known as

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The Fronde

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The Peace of Utrecht (1713-14) altered the balance of power in Europe by

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Checking French expansion

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“Kings are justly called gods for that they exercise a manner of resemblance of Divine power upon Earth.” Which of the following was most likely to agree with this statement? Sir Thomas More, James I of England, Oliver Cromwell, William of Orange

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James I of England

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One way in which Louis XIV controlled the French nobility was by requiring the presence of the major noble families at Versailles for at least part of the year.

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Requiring the presence of the major noble families at Versailles for at least part of the year.

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King Louis XIV of France provides perhaps the best example of the form of government known as

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Absolutism

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Which is a basic characteristic of an absolute monarchy? Options: All power is held by a king or queen, There is an elected legislature, People's liberties are guaranteed in a written constitution, There are many political parties

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All power is held by a king or queen

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What is divine right?

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The right to rule was given to the monarch by God.

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What did the Edict of Nantes help to ensure?

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That French Protestants would not be persecuted