Absolutism
Give one example of an absolutist government that we discussed in class
France
Russia
Enlightenment Philosophers believed society should be guided by ____________ law instead of the Divine Right of Kings
Natural
Who called the Estates-General?
King Louis XVI
Napoleon was born on the island Corsica only one year after it had been acquired by which European power?
France
Which 2017 Epic Games release ushered in a new era of Battle Royale gaming?
Fortnite
What is the difference between an Absolute Monarchy and a Limited Monarchy?
In limited monarchy, the monarch is bound by a constitution
The Enlightenment primarily focus on which field of philosophy?
Political philosophy
What body was formed at the Tennis Court Oath?
National Assembly
Napoleon was involved in a swift overthrowing of the Directory. What is this action called?
Coup D'état
Rockstar
Who centralized power in France?
King Louis XIV
In class we discussed two different English Philosophers. Name them.
Thomas Hobbes
John Locke
The _______________ supported a limited monarchy, whereas the _______________ wanted to get rid of the monarchy entirely.
royalists; jacobins
The 6th Coalition forced Napoleon to abdicate and exiled him to which island?
Elba
Which Activision video game series features a title release every year on rotation between 3 different development studios- sledgehammer, infinity ward, treyarch?
Call of Duty
Who centralized power in Russia?
Peter the Great
In class we discusses three different Philosophes. Name them.
When Maximilien Robespierre was in power, he executed anyone who he deemed an enemy of the state. This period of time is known as the "___________ _____ ____________"
Reign of Terror
After his defeat at Waterloo, Napoleon was sent to this island.
St. Helena
Pokemon is a game series that is published by Nintendo and The Pokemon Company, but what is the name of the organization that develops them?
Game Freak
Explain the Intendant system and how it changed the power structure of France
King undercuts the power of the nobility by hiring indendants- people that the King trusts- to exert his will throughout France. This centralizes power in France under that King
The Declaration of Independence
There are three stages of the French Revolution. Put them in order and briefly describe each one.
Moderate - revolution through legislation/lead by the royalists/establishing a limited monarchy
Radical - revolution through execution/lead by the Jacobins/get rid of the monarchy
Directory - formation of the directory- five people that share executive power.
Napoleon famously crossed the Alps to surprise attack which forces of the second coalition?
Austrian
The Madden Football video game series is named after Hall of Fame NFL Coach John Madden. John Madden coached which team for 10 years?
Oakland Raiders