Absolutism & Enlightenment Test Review

What was the divine right of kings?

• The belief that monarchs were chosen by God to rule

• A system of elected monarchy

• A democratic form of government

• A council of nobles who chose the king

Which palace served as a symbol of absolute monarchy under Louis XIV?

• Buckingham Palace

• Versailles

• Hampton Court

• Schönbrunn Palace

How did Peter the Great modernize Russia?

• By isolating Russia from Western influence

• By moving the capital to Moscow

• By introducing Western technology and customs

• By strengthening the power of the Orthodox Church

What significant document limited the power of English monarchs in 1215?

• The English Bill of Rights

• The Declaration of Independence

• The Magna Carta

• The Treaty of Versailles

Which philosopher argued that people need an absolute ruler to prevent chaos?

• John Locke

• Thomas Hobbes

• Jean-Jacques Rousseau

• Montesquieu

What concept did John Locke promote in his political philosophy?

• Absolute monarchy

• Natural rights

• Divine right of kings

• Total government control

Which event led to the execution of Charles I of England?

• The French Revolution

• The Glorious Revolution

• The English Civil War

• The War of the Roses

What was Louis XIV's famous statement that exemplified absolute monarchy?

• "The king is dead, long live the king"

• "L'état, c'est moi" (I am the state)

• "Let them eat cake"

• "God and my right"

What document was established in 1689 to limit royal power in England?

• The English Bill of Rights

• The Magna Carta

• The Declaration of Rights

• The Royal Charter

Which philosopher promoted the separation of powers in government?

• Jean-Jacques Rousseau

• Thomas Hobbes

• Montesquieu

• John Locke