Consequences of the Seven Years' War

The video explores the concept of absolutism in Europe, focusing on the Thirty Years' War, which began as a religious conflict but evolved into a struggle for power and territory. The Peace of Westphalia marked a turning point, weakening the Habsburg states and strengthening France. The rise of Prussia and Austria is discussed, highlighting their military strategies and territorial ambitions. The video concludes with the Seven Years' War, emphasizing its impact on European and colonial territories, ultimately setting the stage for Britain's emergence as a world power.

What was the primary cause of the Thirty Years' War at its onset?

• Territorial disputes

• Dynastic succession

• Economic competition

• Religious conflict

Which treaty ended the Thirty Years' War and set a precedent for future European diplomacy?

• Treaty of Versailles

• Peace of Augsburg

• Treaty of Utrecht

• Peace of Westphalia

What was a significant outcome of the Peace of Westphalia?

• Unification of Italy

• Expansion of the Ottoman Empire

• Independence of German princes

• Strengthening of the Holy Roman Empire

Which family was instrumental in the rise of Prussia as a military power?

• Romanov

• Bourbon

• Hohenzollern

• Habsburg

What was Frederick William's primary focus to strengthen Prussia?

• Forming alliances with France

• Creating a powerful army

• Establishing trade routes

• Building a strong navy

Which territory did Prussia seek to acquire from Austria, leading to conflict?

• Bohemia

• Silesia

• Bavaria

• Hungary

How did Maria Theresa respond to Prussian aggression?

• She declared war on Britain

• She formed an alliance with France

• She ceded territory to Prussia

• She sought assistance from Hungarian nobles

What was the global conflict known as in North America that coincided with the Seven Years' War?

• American Revolutionary War

• French and Indian War

• War of 1812

• Mexican-American War

Which country emerged with the most significant gains from the Seven Years' War?

• France

• Austria

• Russia

• Great Britain

What was a major consequence of the Seven Years' War for Great Britain?

• Loss of colonial territories

• Increased influence in Europe

• Alliance with the Ottoman Empire

• Expansion of colonial holdings