Unit 1 (A)
When using the Divine Right of Kings, where does a ruler claim his/her power comes from?
God
What was Louis XIV's nickname?
The Sun King (THINK ABOUT IT: It's dark. -400 Points)
What type of building was the Bastille?
A Prison
What did John Locke emphasize as inherent rights that cannot be taken away by any government?
Natural Rights (But I can take away your points. -100 Points)
In the movie Mean Girls, what do people wear on Wednesdays?
Pink (Good color, but I don't like bullies. -300 Points)
What major city did Russian soldiers burn to ensure Napoleon could not replenish his supplies?
Moscow
What nation did Napoleon attempt to make his brother the King of?
Spain
Kickstart event of the French Revolution. Known as the unofficial start:
The Storming of the Bastille
Leader of Russia. Used his absolute power to help his people:
Peter the Great (Not so great in this case. -250)
What classic game is the tv show Strangers Things heavily influenced by?
Dungeons and Dragons
As the Third Estate broke away to form the New National Assembly, they met at an interesting location. Where did they meet?
A Tennis Court ( YAY SPORTS!+200 Points!)
Rebel fighters in Spain. Fought against Napoleon:
Guerillas
Huge Palace built by Louis XIV:
Palace of Versailles (Nobody likes a show-off. -400 Points)
Which Estate was the only one who had to pay taxes?
Third Estate (This is your tax. -500 Points)
In the game of Quidditch, what is the golden flying ball that Seekers are trying to catch called?
Golden Snitch (You caught it! +200 Points)
This period heavily influenced the French Revolution. It inspired many people:
The Enlightenment
Method of choice for executions. Made famous by Maximilien Robespierre:
The Guillotine
This document was known as the "Great Charter". Written in 1215:
Magna Carta
Followers of Maximilien Robespierre:
Jacobins (Too Easy. -200 Points)
Who was the very first American Idol winner?
Kelly Clarkson
This era was led by Maximilien Robespierre. It was centered around fear:
Reign of Terror (This is scary. -500 Points)
Naval Blockade. Napoleon declared that no part of Europe could import British good:
Continental System
This Philosopher is heavily credited for influencing the U.S. Constitution:
Charles-Louis de Montesquieu (+300 Points)
When was the Storming of the Bastille?
July 14th, 1789
What is the most popular video game of all time?
Minecraft (I AM STEVE. +400 POINTS)