Absolute Monarchy in Spain\France
What impact did Spanish King Phillip || and French King Louis XIV have on the arts?
They where patrons of the arts because of this the arts and literature flourished.
In 1556 who became king of Spain?
Phillip the second
What similarities does the Declaration of independence and the english bill of rights have?
Individual rights, limited government, liberties?
What does locke say is the duty of government?
securing the life and property of its citizens
why was the selection of George Washington as head of the American army essential to the ultimate success of the American Revolution?
He was able to hold the ragged colonial army together with his courage and determination.
1550 to 1650 was the golden century of Spanish arts and literature {True or False}.
True.
Who stormed pairs, and because of this started the French Revolution?
Bastille
Which ideas in the english bill of rights and the petition of right influenced the formation of the united states government.
limited government, rule of law, individual liberties?
What did federick the great mean by "In my kingdom , everyone can go to heaven in his own fashion"?
He had religious tolerance
How did trade play a role in Britians becoming a global power?
rade was a key factor in strengthening Britain as a world power.
Phillip the second wanted to keep his territory small, so that others would not want to take his land {True or False}.
False, It was on of Phillip's goals to expand his territory.
How were Austria's goals similar to Prussia?
Both sought to consolidate power to build stronger states, and extend their territories.
How did the english bill of rights expand the rights of common englishmen?
Rights protected, limits on monarchs power?
What are some ways in which Enlighment ideas spread?
newspapers, pamphlets, and even political songs.
why did colonist wait to declare independence from Britian ?
the high value that the colonists attached to unanimity.
Why was Louis XIV a successful absolute Monarchy? Why?
Yes, he was a shrewd ruler who centralized royal power and kept the nobility in check.
What are the 5 great European Powers?
Austria, England, France, Prussia, Russia.
How did the english bill of rights make parliament more powerful?
Limited monarchs authority, empowering legislative body?
Components of the free-enterprise system?
households, businesses, markets and governments.
What is the Balance of Powers?
An alliance the English and Dutch fought for.
What side of the political party were the Whigs on?
Republican
What was the long parliament?
English parliament, spanning civil war period?
promote reason and freedom as essential components of political societies.