World History Unit 7: Conflict and Absolutism in Europe Flashcards
1
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Heretic
A
One who does not conform to an established doctrine.
2
Q
Huguenot
A
French Protestants who were influenced by John Calvin.
3
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Divine right of kings
A
The belief that the king gets his power from God, not his subjects.
4
Q
Natural rights
A
Rights with which all humans are born, including life, liberty, and property.
5
Q
Absolutism
A
A political system in which the ruler holds total power.
6
Q
Czar
A
Title of Russian emperors
7
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Boyar
A
A Russian noble
