Understanding Limited and Unlimited Governments

Miss West's class explores the concepts of limited and unlimited governments, focusing on key terms like monarchy, absolutism, and divine right. The lesson covers historical examples from England, including the Magna Carta and the Glorious Revolution, and contrasts them with absolutism in France and Russia, highlighting figures like Louis XIV and Peter the Great.

What is a key characteristic of an absolute monarchy?

• The monarch shares power with a parliament.

• The monarch has limited power.

• The monarch has total power.

• The monarch is elected by the people.

Which philosopher is known for advocating limited government?

• John Locke

• King John

• Peter the Great

• Louis XIV

What was the significance of the Magna Carta?

• It abolished the monarchy in England.

• It limited the power of the king and established certain rights.

• It was a declaration of war against France.

• It established absolute monarchy in England.

Who was executed during the English Civil War?

• Oliver Cromwell

• William of Orange

• Charles I

• James II

What was the Restoration in England?

• The Glorious Revolution.

• The signing of the Magna Carta.

• The establishment of a republic.

• The return of the monarchy after Oliver Cromwell's rule.

What was the Glorious Revolution?

• The peaceful transfer of power to William and Mary in England.

• The establishment of martial law by Oliver Cromwell.

• The overthrow of King Louis XIV.

• The execution of Charles I.

Which monarch is known as the Sun King?

• Peter the Great

• Louis XIV

• James I

• Charles II

What was Peter the Great's goal for Russia?

• To establish a constitutional monarchy.

• To westernize Russia and improve its military.

• To abolish the Russian monarchy.

• To isolate Russia from Europe.

What did the English Bill of Rights achieve?

• It declared war on France.

• It granted rights to Parliament and the people.

• It established a republic in England.

• It gave the monarch absolute power.

How did Catherine the Great come to power?

• By leading a military coup.

• By poisoning her husband.

• By inheriting the throne from her father.

• By being elected by the people.