Absolutism

How did Spain become a major world power?

• Through Columbus's discovery of the New World for Europe

• By forming alliances with other European powers

• Through industrialization and technological advancements

• By maintaining a strong naval presence in the Mediterranean

Which of the following was a problem Charles V encountered during his reign?

• Religious conflicts within the Holy Roman Empire

• Invasion by the

  Spanish Empire

• Economic prosperity and stability

• Alliance with the Ottoman Empire

What was so dangerous about the accusations during the Inquisition being made anonymously?

• It allowed for false accusations without accountability.

• It ensured the protection of the accuser.

• It made the process faster and more efficient.

• It was a common practice in legal systems of the time.

How did Philip II's use of the Spanish Inquisition contrast to that of Ferdinand and Isabella?

• Philip II used the Inquisition primarily for political control, while Ferdinand and Isabella used it for religious uniformity.

• Philip II abolished the Inquisition, whereas Ferdinand and Isabella established it.

• Philip II focused on economic reforms through the Inquisition, unlike Ferdinand and Isabella who focused on military expansion.

• Philip II used the Inquisition to promote scientific inquiry, while Ferdinand and Isabella used it to suppress heresy.

Which of the following is NOT a reason for the decline of the Spanish Empire?

• Economic trouble due to the expulsion of Jews and Muslims

• Military defeats and loss of territories

• Mines in the Spanish colonies stopped producing gold

• Philip II's successors were weak monarchs

How did Oliver Cromwell’s reign change England?

• It established a monarchy.

• It led to the restoration of the monarchy.

• It resulted in strict and harsh military rule

• It resulted in the restoration of theaters and taverns

How did Charles II reign change England?

• It established a monarchy.

• It led to the restoration of the monarchy.

• It resulted in strict and harsh military rule

• It resulted in the restoration of theaters and taverns

What was established after the fall of the Commonwealth?

• It led to the establishment of a constitutional monarchy.

• It led to a strong military rule led by Oliver Cromwell.

• It caused absolutism to be restored.

• England established a three branch government: Judicial, Legislative, and Executive

What made Miguel Cervantes’ novel so unique?

• It was a fictional novel

• It was written in Latin

• It was a non-fictional novel

• It was a historical account

Which of the following is NOT a reason why the British defeated Spain's Armada:

• Storms blew the Armada off course

• King Philip horded cannonballs for the land invasion

• British had faster and smaller ships

• Hit and run war strategy