Quiz 2.3 - Absolutism in Europe

Who was the powerful French statesman and clergyman who served as Chief Minister to King Louis XIII?

• Louis XIV

• Peter the Great

• Cardinal Richelieu

• Ivan the Terrible

At what age did Louis XIV ascend to the throne?

• 10

• 5

• 15

• 20

What was Louis XIV known as?

• The Great

• The Sun King

• The Conqueror

• The Wise

Which palace did Louis XIV transform into a symbol of absolute monarchy?

• Buckingham Palace

• Palace of Versailles

• The Louvre

• Windsor Castle

Which countries followed France and adopted absolutism?

• Spain and Portugal

• Prussia and Austria

• England and Scotland

• Italy and Greece

What was the Austrian Empire a collection of?

• Independent states

• Territories under the Hapsburgs

• Colonies in Africa

• City-states in Italy

Which dynasty ruled Russia from 1613 until 1917?

• Romanov dynasty

• Tudor dynasty

• Hapsburg dynasty

• Bourbon dynasty

What did Peter the Great introduce to modernize Russia?

• Eastern traditions

• Western manners and technology

• Ancient Roman laws

• Greek philosophy

What was one of the consequences of Louis XIV's extravagant spending?

• Economic prosperity

• Financial problems for France

• Increased military power

• Expansion of the empire

How long did Louis XIV rule France?

• 30 years

• 50 years

• 72 years

• 40 years