Quiz on Absolute Rulers

The belief that absolute rulers were sent by God is referred to as:

• Mandate of Heaven

• Sons of Heaven Doctrine

• Divine Right of Kings

• Religious Absolutism

Absolute rulers of Russia were known as:

• Shah

• Czar

• Sikh

• Sultan

Which was NOT a result of the Peace of Westphalia?

• It ended the Thirty Years War

• It ended religious rule in Europe

• It created the country of Germany

• It divided Central Europe into several states

What was the primary motivation behind the Spanish Armada?

• Spain wanted to attack Protestant England to spread Catholicism

• Spain was invaded by Prussia and needed to retaliate

• England had stolen Spanish silver from the New World

• Spain wanted to attack Irish Christians over religion

What Latin phrase refers to the right of citizens to receive due process of law?

• Carpe Diem

• Veni Vidi Vici

• Habeas Corpus

• Juris et de Jure

What was the central issue of the English Civil War?

• Absolutism vs. Democracy

• Catholic vs. Protestant

• England vs. France

• Citizens vs. King

Which type of government is ruled by a single ruler with unlimited power?

• Constitutional monarchy

• Democracy

• Absolute monarchy

• Republic

What measure was taken to 'westernize' Russia?

• Banning traditional Russian clothing

• Adopting potato farming

• Closing all universities

• Prohibiting foreign travel

How would you describe the Baroque art style?

• Minimalist and simple

• Abstract and non-representational

• Ornate and dramatic

• Focused on nature and landscapes

What type of government has a single ruler whose power is limited by law or a parliament?

• Absolute monarchy

• Constitutional monarchy

• Dictatorship

• Oligarchy