Absolutism and Enlightenment Worksheet

Absolutism and Enlightenment Worksheet

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History

9th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does it mean to be an Absolute Monarch?

Back

A ruler who has complete authority over the government and the lives of the people

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What was Divine Right?

Back

The belief that a monarch's authority comes directly from God

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How did Czar Peter the Great change Russia?

Back

He modernized and westernized Russia, bringing new technology and ideas

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How did absolutism/divine right encourage the Enlightenment?

Back

It led people to question traditional authority and seek new ideas about government

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which Enlightenment thinker believed that people are naturally selfish and need a strong government?

Back

Hobbes

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which Enlightenment thinker argued that people have natural rights to life, liberty, and property?

Back

Locke

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which Enlightenment thinker promoted the separation of powers in government?

Back

Montesquieu

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