Royal government Flashcards
1
Q
What were the key characters of absolutism?
A
- absolute monarchy - it was their right
- King was only responsible to God
- Louis XIV focused on taking away power
from the nobles and religious freedom
from the protestants. - power of church and King were equal
2
Q
Who were the Kings of France in the century before 1789?
A
Louis XIV
Louis XV
Louis XVI
3
Q
pays d’etats
A
less government control
4
Q
pays d’election
A
greater government control
5
Q
in what ways was the power of the monarch limited?
A
- King couldn’t interfere with independant
bodies such as the Assembly of the Clergy
which had rights and privilleges
guaranteed by the law. - King had to consult his council of ministers
and advisors when making new laws. - Most important were the controller
generals who were in charge of royal
finances.
6
Q
How were the provinces controlled by the crown?
A
- King’s government was carried out by the
intendants who had for-reaching powers in
the generalites - 34 of them. - increased tax rates
7
Q
When did Louis XVI become King and what were his shortcomings?
A
- Louis became King in 1774
- his shortcomings contributed to a crisis
which lead to the French Revolution in
1789. - Louis wasn’t a strong leader and was
indecisive.
8
Q
When did Louis marry Marie Antoinette and what impact did she have?
A
- Louis married Marie Antionette in 1770
- She was disliked for extravagance such as
her diamond necklace. - known for her gambling and expensive
construction projects while the
government were in debt. - Kind avoided granting concessions due to
Marie influencing him.
9
Q
Marie Antoinette
A
- Hasburg family
- initially positive impact but became
negative to monarchy - executed in 1793
10
Q
capitation
A
head tax
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