Absolute Monarchs Test Flashcards
Who ruled Austria and Spain?
The Hapsburgs ruled Austria and Spain.
How did Maria Theresa gain power?
Maria Theresa gained power through her father’s Pragmatic Sanction, allowing her to rule despite being a woman.
What was the key to Frederick William’s success?
A strong army was the key to Frederick William’s success.
What did Frederick William introduce to support the army?
He introduced permanent taxation to pay for the army.
What were the main religious affiliations in Prussia and Brandenburg?
Most people in Prussia and Brandenburg were Protestants.
Who was Frederick William I?
Frederick William I had a powerful army and included the Junkers as officers.
What was Frederick William I’s concern for his son?
He was worried that his son would not be a strong ruler.
Who was Frederick II?
Frederick II, also known as Frederick the Great, was the son of Frederick William I.
What lesson did Frederick II learn?
Frederick II learned the importance of being a strong ruler after witnessing his friend’s beheading.
What was the War of Austrian Succession about?
The War of Austrian Succession was fought between Frederick II and Maria Theresa over Silesia.
What did Maria Theresa do during the War of Austrian Succession?
Maria Theresa asked the Hungarian nobles for aid.
What was the Diplomatic Revolution?
The Diplomatic Revolution was a reversal of alliances that changed the balance of power in Europe.
Who were the main opposing alliances in the Diplomatic Revolution?
Austria, France, and Russia opposed Britain and Prussia.
What was the outcome of the Seven Years’ War?
Britain won the Seven Years’ War, gaining French lands in North America and economic power in India.
What was a significant consequence of the Thirty Years’ War?
The Catholic Habsburgs closed Protestant churches in Bohemia.
