Spanish Monarchs Family Tree | Pelayo to Felipe VI

The video explores the history of Spanish monarchs, tracing their lineage from the Kingdom of Asturias through the Jimenez, Trastamara, Habsburg, and Bourbon dynasties. It highlights key events like the Reconquista, the War of Spanish Succession, and the rise of the Catholic Monarchs. The video also discusses the modern Spanish monarchy and its potential future.

Who was the earliest verifiable Spanish ancestor of the later monarchs of Spain?

• Peter, Duke of Cantabria

• Pelagius

• Charlemagne

• Alfonso the Great

Which kingdom became dominant among the Christian kingdoms of Spain around the year 1000?

• Navarre

• Aragon

• Leon

• Galicia

What was the outcome of the War of Two Peters?

• Peter of Castile retained his throne

• Henry became king, establishing the House of Trastamara

• Peter of Aragon became king of Castile

• The war ended in a stalemate

Which monarchs are known for completing the Reconquista and sponsoring Columbus's journey?

• Charles V and Philip II

• Ferdinand II and Isabella I

• Philip V and Maria Teresa

• Alfonso VI and Empress Uraca

What was a significant consequence of the Habsburg inbreeding?

• The unification of Spain and Portugal

• The War of the Spanish Succession

• The expansion of Spanish colonies

• The rise of the House of Bourbon

Which house took over the Spanish monarchy after the War of the Spanish Succession?

• House of Bourbon

• House of Habsburg

• House of Trastamara

• House of Jimenez

What was the main political issue during the Carlist Wars?

• The unification of Spain and Portugal

• The succession of Isabella II

• The expansion of Spanish colonies

• The establishment of a republic

Who restored the Spanish monarchy after Franco's dictatorship?

• Isabella II

• Alfonso XIII

• Juan Carlos I

• Felipe VI

What is the current line of succession in Spain based on?

• Salic law

• Elective monarchy

• Male preference primogeniture

• Absolute primogeniture

Who is the current heir presumptive to the Spanish throne?

• Juan Carlos I

• Carlos, Count of Molina

• Leonor, eldest daughter of King Felipe VI

• Luis Alfonso