Absolute Monarchs & Enlightened Despots

Front

Which of the following best defines divine right? Options: The principle that church and state should be separate., The idea that all citizens have equal rights to govern., The doctrine that a monarch's right to rule comes directly from God., The belief that rulers are chosen by the people.

Back

The doctrine that a monarch's right to rule comes directly from God.

Front

Which absolute monarch is famous for the quote, "I am the state"?

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Louis XIV

Front

Peter the Great wanted Russia to do what?

Back

Westernize and modernize.

Front

Frederick the Great was an enlightened despot who ruled what country? (Hint: this country no longer exists by this name.)

Back

Prussia

Front

Thomas Jefferson, who wrote the Declaration of Independence, was inspired by what Enlightenment philosopher?

Back

John Locke

Front

How was an enlightened despot different from previous absolute monarchs?

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Enlightened despots read philosophy, implemented reforms and respected natural rights.