The Rise of Capitalism Quiz

What did the growing wealth at this time fully solidify?

• The system of Feudalism

• The system of Capitalism

• The system of Monarchy

• The system of Socialism

Who was in control of industry and trade during this time?

• A large majority of the population

• A small minority of very, very wealthy people

• The monarchy and aristocracy

• All private merchants

What was the ultimate goal of the people in control of industry and trade?

• To distribute wealth equally

• To increase social status

• To pursue political power

• To make profit

Despite the monarchy and aristocracy's efforts, what did private merchants demonstrate?

• That they could overthrow the monarchy

• That they had the right to pursue profits

• That they preferred feudalism over capitalism

• That they could control the monarchy

What was traded by government and private business in the colonies overseas?

• Only goods

• Only people

• Both goods and people

• Neither goods nor people

Who declared war on the Holy Roman Empire and the Hapsburg family, which led to the Nine Years' War?

• Britain

• Spain

• France

• The Holy Roman Empire itself

What was the outcome of the Nine Years' War in terms of territorial changes?

• France gained territory in the Americas

• Britain lost territory in the Americas

• There were significant territorial changes in Europe

• Everything had returned to what it had been before the war

What was the result of the War of Spanish Succession for Spain's international presence?

• It remained the same

• It was highly strengthened

• It was highly weakened

• It was completely lost

Which country had the chance to swoop in due to the weakening of Spain's international presence during the War of Spanish Succession?

• France

• Britain

• The Holy Roman Empire

• Portugal

Why did King William III need to borrow money?

• To fund educational programs

• To pay for public services

• To finance wars

• To support the arts