7-2.1: Absolute vs Constitutional Monarchies

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What is one characteristic of unlimited government?

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The ruler makes all of the government decisions.

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How did French and Russian monarchs exercise their absolute powers, besides raising taxes?

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using the military to enforce government policies

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What characteristic of an absolute monarchy makes it unlimited?

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The monarch has authority to carry out any law he wishes.

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With which statement would Louis XIV and Peter the Great most likely agree?

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"The authority of the government should not be questioned."

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According to the philosophy of "divine right," from where do monarchs draw their power to rule?

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directly from God

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Which describes the idea of limited government?

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Restraints are placed upon the power and authority of government.

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Separation of powers, democracy and a constitution are all characteristics of what form of government?

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limited government

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How did the Magna Carta impact governments in Europe in the 1600s and 1700s?

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It established a precedent for limiting the power of the king.

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How did European nations attempt to take power from traditional monarchies?

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by separating the powers of government and writing constitutions

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This chart shows the characteristics of a type of government established in England in the 1600s. What is the best title for this chart?

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constitutional monarchy