Age of Absolutism Quiz Study Guide

what is The Age of Absolutism (1600s-1700s)

A time when kings and queens had complete control.

What is divine right

believed God chose them to rule

Who was Charles V and what did he do with his empire?

Charles V was the ruler of the Habsburg Empire who split up his land and retired.

What was Philip II of Spain known for?

Philip II was a super religious king who fought Protestants and sent the Spanish Armada to attack England, but failed.

What was the Spanish Golden Age?

A time when Spain was rich and had great art and writers, including Cervantes.

Who were the Huguenots?

French Protestants who were hated by Catholic leaders.

What event is known as the St. Bartholomew’s Day Massacre?

Thousands of Huguenots were killed in Paris.

What was the Edict of Nantes?

A law that allowed Huguenots to worship, later canceled by Louis XIV.

Who was Cardinal Richelieu and what did he do?

Cardinal Richelieu was an advisor who strengthened the king's power by crushing nobles and Protestants.

What is Louis XIV known for?

Louis XIV, known as the 'Sun King,' ruled for 72 years, built the palace of Versailles, and claimed 'I am the state!'

What triggered the Thirty Years’ War?

The Defenestration of Prague, where angry Protestants threw Catholic officials out a window.

What were the results of the Thirty Years' War?

Germany was destroyed, France became powerful, and the peace treaties weakened the Habsburgs.

Who was Peter the Great?

A ruler who modernized Russia, outlawed beards, and built St. Petersburg.

What was Catherine the Great known for?

Catherine the Great expanded Russia and loved culture but kept serfs as slaves.

Who was James I and what conflict did he have?

James I was the first Stuart king who argued with Parliament over money and power.

What was the significance of Charles I in English history?

Charles I tried to rule alone, which led to the English Civil War where Parliament won.

Who was Oliver Cromwell?

A Puritan leader who executed Charles I and ruled as a dictator.

What was the Glorious Revolution?

The bloodless overthrow of James II, leading to William and Mary taking power under Parliament's rules.

What were the Tories and Whigs?

Early political parties in England, with Tories being pro-king and Whigs being pro-Parliament.