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Absolutism and European Monarchs

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👑 Part 1: Understanding Absolutism

1. What is absolutism?

A system where power is shared between many leaders

The belief that one ruler holds all power and authority in a state

A type of democracy where people vote for their king

A government system with no rules or laws

2. Which of the following are characteristics of absolutism? (Check all that apply)

Centralized power in one ruler

Divine right of kings

Power shared equally among citizens

Control over law, taxes, and military

3. True or False: Louis XIV built the Palace of Versailles to demonstrate his power.

True

False

4. Louis XIV of France was known as:

The Iron King

The Sun King

The Great King

The Golden King

📚 Part 2: Monarchs and Primary Sources

5. Define absolutism in your own words:
6. Louis XIV famously said "L'État, c'est moi." What does this mean in English, and what does it tell us about his view of power?
7. Name one way Peter the Great changed Russia:
8. Compare Louis XIV and Peter the Great. Fill in the blanks:

Similarity: Both Louis XIV and Peter the Great were _____________ monarchs who believed in _____________ power.

Difference: While Louis XIV focused on _____________ and building Versailles, Peter the Great focused on _____________ Russia.

🤔 Part 3: Critical Thinking

9. What might be one positive and one negative effect of absolutism on common people?

Positive effect: _________________________________________________

Negative effect: _________________________________________________

10. If you were alive during the age of absolutism, would you support or oppose an absolute monarch? Explain your reasoning with specific examples.

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