Absolute Monarchies
This Absolutist Monarch was known for building the Palace in Versailles, centralizing power all under himself, expanded mercantilism, and created the Largest miliary in all of Europe.
Who was the Sun king/ Louis XIV (14)?
During the English Road to Constitutionalism, this "leader" was the only one to be known as a "dictator". His main accomplishments were executing Charles I, enhancing the British navy, abolishing the Kingdom, and conquering Ireland. During his reign, there were huge financial problems and public discontent.
Who is Oliver Cromwell?
Both of these forms of rule contain which governing* body
*to some extent
What is a hereditary Ruler?
Lower chamber of British Parliament. They are the main house which is comprised of elected representatives for the middle class (ex. Merchants)
what is the house of commons?
This Absolutist Monarch was known for westernizing his Nation, creating the biggest port city in his nation, created the first navy of his nation + Modernized standard army, and expanded his nation's territories + made an empire.
Who is Peter the Great?
This duo replaced the House of Stuart within England. They were known for establishing the Joint Constitutional Monarchy of England, creating the 1684 Bills of Rights, reestablished protestant domination, enacted the Toleration act, and limited Royal Power.
Who is William and Mary of Orange?
The claim that power comes from god.
what is Divine Right theory?
This 1689 law granted freedom of worship to non-conformist Protestants, though not to Catholics.
What is the Toleration Act?
This Absolutist Monarch was known for the expansion of his nation, created a highly professional army, Practiced "Enlightened" absolutism, and increase Religious toleration in his nation.
Who is Fredrick the Great?
1. This was known as Glorious as it was a peaceful overthrow of the Dynasty.
2. This law had the following main provisions: Monarchs can't suspend laws, no standing armies during peace, Parliamentary Freedom, Royal taxation is resritcted, individual rights protected.
1. what is the Glorious Revolution?
2. What is the English Bill of rights?
This art form was characterized by Intense emotion Grandeur and Realism. 2 Big artists from this movement were Bernini and Paul Rubens.
What is Baroque art?
Upper chamber of British Parliament. They have less power law wise but can prevent the lower chamber from passing certain laws. This chamber is made up of land owners and Clergy.
What is the House of Lords?
What is the Habsburg Empire/ Austrian Empire?
DOUBLE THE QUESTIONS, DOUBLE THE POINTS?
1. This Monarch Restores the Stuart Dynasty after Cromwell's Death, started the "Merry" Era, religiously tolerant, and wanted to bring back Catholicism. He acted very absolutist and caused religious tensions.
2. This Monarch ENDS the Stuart Dynasty, More religiously tolerant, created a standing army, and tried to absolutize(although slowly). He was the final straw for many Englishmen, as he violated the Test act, felt catholic biased, and had many problems with parliament.
1. Who is Charles II?
2. Who is James II?
The english consitutional document that restricts the monarch's power
What is the petition of Right?
The Financial minister of France during the reign of Louis XIV, he helped with the mercantilist policies of Louis XIV
Who is John Baptiste Colbert?
These civil wars were triggered by taxation, royal expansion and opposition to Cardinal Mazarin.
What is The Fronde?
Double again...
1. This monarch was known for uniting Scottish and English Crowns, began colnization of NA, was a patron of arts, and ended many wars. Though he had lots of conflict with parliament and was very Pro Spanish.
2. This monarch was known for his HUGE belief in Divine right, his unpopular tax policies, and forced loans. He was convicted of treason and Executed by Oliver Cromwell.
1. James I(England) and VI(Scotland)
2. Charles I
What is the act that prevetns unlawful jail time in England?
This Cardinal helped Louis XIV's father, Louis XIII, consolidate power before XIV took the throne.
Who is Cardinal Richelieu?