Absolutism Sec 1-2

Monarchs

100

Poster child of Absolutism, referred to himself as the "Sun King" ruled France for 72 years 

Louis XIV

200

7 Foot Tzar of Russia who sought to "Westernize" the nation 

Peter the Great 

300

First woman heir to the Austrian throne, legitimatized the crown of Austria  

Maria Theresa 

400

This monarch grew up being trained in the art of war, used the military to unite the nation of Prussia 

Frederick II (Frederick the Great)

500

Absolute monarch of Spain who expanded his territory by fighting wars to defend Catholicism, however his Spanish Armada suffered a shocking defeat against England 

Philip II 

Terms

100

Concept promoted by many monarchs of the era that stated they were given absolute right to rule by God 

Divine Right Theory 

200

Palace constructed by Louis XIV of France 

Versailles 

300

Nobles in the nation of Prussia are known by this term

Junkers 

400

To keep the nobles in check Peter the Great of Russia allowed this outdated structure from the Middle Ages to remain in place 

Serfdom 

500

To establish better connection with the west and open up access to trade Peter the Great waged war to gain access to this.

Warm Water Port 

30 Years War

100

The 30 years war stemmed from conflict amongst the German states, what was causing this conflict?

Religion 

200

As a result of the 30 years war 2 new European nations were granted independence. Name 1 of them?

Netherlands or Switzerland 

300

Collection of German states that were the focal point of the 30 years war were collectively known as what?

Holy Roman Empire 

400

Treaty that ended the 30 years war 

Peace of Westphalia 

500

The event that set off the 30 Years war was a group of Bohemian Protestants rebelling and by throwing 2 Catholic Bishops out of castle window. What is this event famously called?

Defenestration of Prague 

History Trivia

100

The "shot heard round the world" refers to the first shot fired in which war?

Revolutionary War 

200

What U.S. state is named after a French King?

Louisiana 

300

In what kingdom was Alexander the Great born?

Macedonia

400

Legend has it that these 2 famous twins are responsible for the founding of Rome?

Romulus and Remus

500

The ancient Egyptians relied on what annual occurrence to keep their population fed?

Flooding of the Nile 

MISC

100

What is the main ingredient in guacamole?

Avocado

200

What is the capital city of Canada?

Ottawa

300

This dog breed was traditionally kept by monks in the Swiss Alps to find lost travelers?

The Saint Bernard 

400

How many calories does the average American consume during Thanksgiving Dinner?

4500

500

What is the national animal of Scotland 

Unicorn