European History Quiz

The King of the Franks who became Emperor of the Carolingian Empire, uniting much of Western Europe is (a)   .

A Central European country with a rich history, including periods under Ottoman and Habsburg rule is (a)   .

A European country known for its Age of Exploration and maritime empire is (a)   .

A Central European nation with a complex history, including partitions and reestablishment is (a)   .

A German monk who initiated the Protestant Reformation by challenging Catholic Church practices is (a)   .

A European country with a rich cultural history, including the Roman Empire and Renaissance is (a)   .

The Prussian statesman who unified Germany in the late 19th century is ________.

Empress of Russia who expanded the empire and modernized the administration is ________.

A destructive conflict in Central Europe (1618-1648) involving many countries, primarily fought over religious and political issues is ________.

Known as the Sun King, he ruled France for 72 years, building the Palace of Versailles and consolidating absolute monarchy is (a)   .