Unit 3- (Absolute Monarchy in Spain → Seven Years War) Study Guide

What was the Bourbon family known for?

Part of the French Monarchy

The St. Bartholomew’s Day Massacre in France involved what?

The killing of 3000 Protestants/Huguenots leading to further deaths

What was the French and Indian War a part of?

The 7 Years War

Which monarchs were a part of the House of Stuart?

James I-II, Charles I-II

Which royal family consisted of members Peter I, Peter III, and Catherine the Great?

Romanov

What was Miguel de Cervantes known for?

He wrote Europe's first modern novel, Don Quixote

What was Yemelian Pugachev known for?

Attempted revolution of Catherine the Great, killed

In Russia, boyar was another name for what?

Nobles

Who did the Dutch fight and win their independence from?

Spain

Which country successfully defeated the Spanish Armada?

England

What was Charles V of the Holy Roman Empire known for?

Supporting Catholicism, Not well centralized Empire, Lost land to Ottoman Turks 

What was King Phillip II of Spain known for?

Catholic King, Defender of Faith, Tried to kill non Catholics

What was Cardinal Richelieu known for

Strengthening Royal Monarchy of France 

What is Jean-Baptiste Colbert known for being associated with?

Improving France's Economy

What was prevented due to the treaty of Utrecht?

France and Spain merging

What was the purpose for the Edict of Nantes?

Religious tolerance of Protestants/Huguenots

Which three countries partitioned Poland?

Russia, Prussia, Austria

Who explored eastern Russia near Alaska?

Vitus Bering

What was significant about the outcome of the War of the Roses?

It created the House of Tudor

How did Charles I of England die?

He was beheaded after a Civil War in England

Who was Robert Walpole?

First Prime Minister of England

Who runs the country in an oligarchy?

Small group of people

What is the role of the cabinet in Parliament?

Advising and stuff

What happened in London in the 1660s?

A Plague and Great fire (1666) 

What was King Charles II known for?

Followed petition of right, Gave away colonies to pay back debts

Why did the Gunpowder Plot happen?

James I was disliked for his religious restriction and wanted more power so Protestants killed him

What was the Treaty of Paris able to accomplish?

Ended the 7 Years War and redrew border lines.

What was significant about the Treaty of Hubertusberg regarding the countries of Austria, Prussia, and Russia

Austria and Prussia had their land returned, helped end 7 years war 

Which country was most successful after the Seven Years’ War?

Britain

Who was Louis XIV of France and why was he historically significant? Explain.

He was a French Absolute Monarch, called the Sun King, Patronized the arts, Withdrew the Edict of Nantes, and had a huge standing Army 

Who was Frederick the Great of Prussia, and why was he historically significant? Explain.

A Prussian leader, led Prussia into the 7 years war, helped unify German states into Prussia. Diplomacy, Arts, and Military. Starts war of Austrian Succession to gain land.

Who was Peter the Great of Russia, and why was he historically significant? Explain.

Tsar Peter I, Modernized Russia through Touring 

Why did the Thirty Years’ War happen, and what was the result? Explain.

HRE tried to force Catholicism on Protestants, Netherlands and Switzerland gained independence, Competition for land. Ended with the Treaty of Westphalia, France gained land.

What are mercenaries?

Soldiers for Hire