Absolutism and Revolution

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Which of the following does the English Bill of Rights say about the monarchy’s right to tax its subjects? Options: It may not tax its subjects, It may tax its subjects but only with the agreement of parliament, It may tax its subjects freely., It may tax its subjects but only those who petition the king.

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It may tax its subjects but only with the agreement of parliament

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Even while Britain had established a parliamentary government, what people made up the oligarchy that really ruled it?

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Wealthy Landowners

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Which of these statements is most likely to be made by a proponent of natural law and natural rights? Options: God grants monarchs the authority to rule and the duty to give people their rights., People are irrational, so science is useless in figuring out human behavior., History teaches that individual freedom is an impossible goal., Government does not grant rights; it protects them.

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Government does not grant rights; it protects them.

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Why was Catherine the Great’s acquisition of a warm-water port so important for Russia?

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It improved the ability to conduct trade and demonstrated Russia's rising power.

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Why did the Dutch and the English form an alliance against France?

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to maintain a balance of power in Europe

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Which statement best describes what happened to German-speaking lands as a result of the Peace of Westphalia?

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They were fragmented.

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Why was Colbert unable to rein in Louis XIV’s huge expenses?

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Louis XIV held absolute royal power.

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Which of the following was the major reason Philip II and Louis XIV patronized the arts?   Options: They desired to show their great power through the splendor of their royal courts., They sought to distract their subjects from continuing economic problems., They aimed to help stimulate their national economies with ongoing cultural projects., They wanted to produce luxury goods for profitable trade on the global market.

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They desired to show their great power through the splendor of their royal courts.

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How did Philip II influence the art of Spain's golden age?

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He provided financial support to artists.

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Why would absolute monarchs claim divine right?

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to justify their authority to rule