Scientist/Enlightenment
Which Enlightenment thinker is known for the idea of the 'social contract' and greatly influenced political philosophy?
Jean-Jacques Rousseau
What is the major result of the French Revolution?
The creation of a constitutional monarch and the king being over thrown.
What was one of the main causes of the American Revolution in 1776?
Taxation without representation
How did the geography of Russia contribute to Napoleon's defeat?
Harsh winters and vast distances
Louis XIV's construction of the Palace of Versailles was a demonstration of absolutism.
T or F
True
What was a major scientific contribution of Isaac Newton that influenced the European perspective during the Enlightenment?
Law of Universal Gravitation
What were some causes of the French Revolution in 1789?
Social inequality between the Estates, Financial crisis due to government debt
This event in 1773, where American colonists dumped tea into Boston Harbor, was a protest against British taxes.
What was this event called
What is the Boston Tea Party?
Which event marked the beginning of the end for Napoleon's empire in Europe?
The invasion of Russia in 1812
Which European monarch is known for his absolute rule and the construction of the Palace of Versailles?
Louis XIV
Which scientist proposed the heliocentric model of the universe that changed the European worldview during the Scientific Revolution?
Nicolaus Copernicus
The Glorious Revolution in England (1689) resulted in the establishment of a constitutional monarchy, limiting the powers of the monarchy.
T or F
True
How did the Haitian Revolution differ from the American Revolution?
The Haitian Revolution was led by slaves.
Which factors contributed to Napoleon's rise to power in France?
His military successes that gained him popularity, Political instability in France after the Revolution
What strategies did Tsar Peter the Great use to centralize power in Russia?
Westernization and modernizing the army, Controlling the Russian Orthodox Church
How did Voltaire's ideas contribute to the Enlightenment's impact on society?
Advocated for freedom of speech and religion
What ignited the Glorious Revolution?
King James II ignoring parliaments authority.
This leader led the Haitian Revolution and became the first ruler of independent Haiti in 1804.
Toussaint Louverture
What were the consequences of France's defeat in the Napoleonic Wars for Europe?
The rise of nationalism in various European states, The redrawing of Europe's political boundaries at the Congress of Vienna
Describe an absolute ruler and give ONE example of an absolute ruler.
Open Ended
Explain how Copernicus, Galileo, Kepler, and Newton changed people's ideas about the world with their scientific theories.
Challenged traditional scientific theories.
Name 3 Causes of the French Revolution.
Economic Problems, Enlightenment Ideals, Social Inequalities
Name the 3 Causes of the Haitian Revolution.
Divided Population, French Revolution, Enlightenment Ideals
Napoleon's final defeat in 1815 took place at this battle, leading to his exile to the island of Saint Helena.
Battle of Waterloo
How did Napoleon demonstrate absolute rule?
Centralized Power, complete military control, The Napoleonic Codes