Fall Semester Exam Flashcardizz

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Which of the following best describes the social and ethnic groups of Spanish colonies in the New World and their roles?

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Peninsulares were Spanish-born and held the highest positions.

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How is the experience of mestizos in colonial Mexico similar to that of Jews in early modern Europe?

Back

Both faced social discrimination and legal restrictions.

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Divine Right of Kings

Back

A political doctrine that kings derive their authority from God and are not accountable to their subjects

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Which of the following nations featured Absolutism? France, United States, India, Brazil

Back

France

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Which countries opposed the growth of Louis XIV's power?

Back

Spain, England, Netherlands

Front

Similarities between Versailles and Edo?

Back

Both were political centers in their respective countries.

Front

Where did Captain Cook sail?

Back

The Pacific Ocean

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How was silver important to the Spanish economy in the 1600s?

Back

It was used to fund wars and military expeditions.

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What were Peter the Great's goals for Russia?

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To expand Russian territory and modernize the military

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How is Peter the Great’s reign similar to Catherine II as well as Frederick II?

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All three rulers promoted Westernization and modernization.