Age of Absolutism

Question 1

Time period

Answer 1

1550-1800

Question 2

Main Idea

Answer 2

Absolute rulers reigned throughout Europe, supported by the divine right of kings doctrine.

Question 3

Relevance

Answer 3

Absolutism formed a backdrop to some of the key events of later European history, including the French Revolution and Napoleon’s rise to power.

Question 4

Put in divine right quote

Answer 4

NOW

Question 5

What does the quote by James IV of Britain imply?

Answer 5

an attempt to depose or restrict monarch runs contrary to will of God

Question 6

Louis XIV

Answer 6

1643-1715
The Sun King-Palace of Versailles, lived in grand style
L’etat c’est moi

Question 7

Palace of Versailles

Answer 7

Became the symbol to European monarchs of wealth and power of France
-palace stretches for distance of 500years
-2000 rooms, 15000 acres of gardens laws and woods
-1400 fountains
Upkeep consumed 25% of French income
Obsessed w light=hall of mirrors

Question 8

Why was that site chosen for the Palace of Versailles?

Answer 8

To impress them all by transforming the area-prove his will greater than nature. Previously a mosquito infested swamp.
Site of fathers hunting lodge

Question 9

What was Louis XIV known for besides the palace?

Answer 9

The Little Service-his MAJOR eating habits

Question 10

Positive aspects of his reign

Answer 10

art and lit were above all other countries in Europe, French culture, manners, and customs became the European standard, France became a military leader in Europe

Question 11

Negative aspects of Louis XIV

Answer 11

constant warfare and the construction of Versailles plunged France into debt. His taxes imposed on the poor and his abuse of power plagued his heirs, leading to a revolution.
Is it possible that this has something to do with the Enlightenment?