Unit 2.1 Absolute Monarchy and Louis XIV

Who is an absolute monarch or autocrat?

• A person who rules in an absolute monarchy

• A person who is elected by the people

• A person who shares power with others

• A person who has no power

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of an absolute monarchy?

• Absolute control by one person

• Shared power among leaders

• Rule by a monarch, king, or prince

• No choice but to obey

What is one reason monarchs might limit the power of nobles?

• To increase the nobles' influence

• To prevent potential threats to their rule

• To promote noble-led governance

• To encourage noble independence

What is a potential consequence if religious leaders turn against a monarch?

• The people are likely to follow the monarch

• The people are likely to follow the religious leaders

• The monarch gains more power

• The monarch's rule is strengthened

What is the significance of controlling the power of nobles for a monarch?

• It ensures the nobles' independence

• It prevents the nobles from gaining too much influence

• It promotes noble-led governance

• It encourages noble rebellion

The ruler in the image uses all of the following ways to maintain power EXCEPT

• He uses the army to maintain control of his borders.

• He holds mass rallies to gain support.

• He issues the laws in the country

• He limits the power of other high ranking people.

According to the Divine Right, who can judge the king?

• Only God

• The Parliament

• The Nobles

• The People

Which of the following types of government is shown in the image?

• Absolute Monarchy

• Democracy

• Constitutional Monarchy

• Oligarchy

What is the title of the book depicted in the engraving by Abraham Bosse?

• Leviathan

• The Prince

• Utopia

• The Republic

What is the main theme of the book "Leviathan" by Thomas Hobbes?

• The structure of society and legitimate government

• The importance of democracy

• The role of religion in governance

• The benefits of a republic