English Monarchs
Inherited the Throne after James I. Believed strongly in the Divine Right of Kings and would eventually rule by "Personal Rule" before being beheaded.
Charles I
A form of government in which power is limited by law and balanced between the authority and power of government and the rights and liberties of the subjects or citizens.
constitutionalism
The home of King Louis XIV, known for its extravagance and use in keeping the French Nobility close to the king.
The Palace at Versailles
The Sun King
Louis XIV
Takes over the Throne after Charles II. He was the first Catholic king of England in quite a while, leading the Protestant majority to distrust him. Eventually he is overthrown in a bloodless revolution.
James II
A form of monarchy in which the monarch holds supreme authority, principally not being restricted by written laws, legislature, or customs”
Absolute Monarchy (Absolutism)
After the death of his father in 1643, Louis XIV became king at what ripe age?
4 years old
Charles II aka...
The Merry Monarch
A military commander during the English Civil War. He takes over as "Lord Protectorate" of England once Charles I is executed and runs the short lived Republic.
Oliver Cromwell
A period in history where Parliamentary forces and forces loyal to the Crown fought for control of England.
English Civil War
King Louis XIV was a devote catholic and believe strongly in the religious conformity of France, kicking everyone out of France of this faith.
Protestants (Bonus 100 if you put Huguenots!)
The Last Catholic King
James II
This former king of Scotland united the crowns of Scotland and England. Known for his staunch support of the Divine Right of Kings and also his version of the Holy Bible.
James I
The idea that kings were preordained by God to inherit the throne and Kings derive their authority from God, not from their subjects.
The Divine Right of Kings
One of many wars Louis XIV fought during his reign, this war was marked by Frances eventual defeat, and the incredible amount of debt it would leave France in.
War of Spanish Succession
Oliver Cromwell aka...
Old Ironsides
Eldest Son of Charles I who takes the throne once the Monarchy is restored. He is known by his nickname "The Merry Monarch" because of his charming personality.
Charles II
A bloodless revolution that saw the English Thrown given over to William of Orange and his wife Mary, but not before William signed the Declaration of Rights.
The Glorious Revolution
Name one of the many strange rituals King Louis XIV forced the nobility into during their stays at Versailles
Answers vary
Parliamentary soldiers known for their short cropped hair style
Roundheads