French Absolutism and Sovereignty Concepts

The video covers the 17th and early 18th centuries, focusing on the rise of absolutism in Europe. It explains the concept of sovereignty, including popular sovereignty, and discusses the divine right of kings. The Peace of Westphalia's impact on state sovereignty is explored, along with the rise of French absolutism under Louis XIV, highlighting his strategies to consolidate power and control the nobility.

What was a significant political development in Europe during the 1600s and early 1700s?

• The decline of monarchies

• The establishment of the United Nations

• The concentration of power by monarchs

• The rise of democracy

What does the term 'sovereign' refer to?

• A democratic government

• A constitutional monarchy

• A single person with decision-making power

• A group of people making decisions

Which historical example illustrates popular sovereignty?

• The Congress of Vienna

• The French Revolution

• The Peace of Westphalia

• The decision on slave or free states in Kansas and Nebraska

What is the divine right of kings?

• The belief that kings are chosen by the people

• The idea that kings are accountable only to God

• The notion that kings should be elected

• The concept that kings are equal to the pope

Who famously declared 'I am the state'?

• Charles I

• Henry IV

• Louis XIV

• Philip II

What was the Peace of Westphalia's impact on state sovereignty?

• It increased the power of the pope

• It led to the unification of Europe

• It established the Westphalian system of mutual respect for sovereignty

• It abolished state sovereignty

What is the Westphalian system known for?

• Promoting colonialism

• Establishing state sovereignty

• Supporting the Holy Roman Empire

• Encouraging religious wars

Who was a key figure in the development of French absolutism?

• Cardinal Richelieu

• Philip II

• Charles I

• Ferdinand and Isabella

What was Louis XIV's strategy to control the nobility?

• He shared power equally with them

• He manipulated them to compete for his favor

• He exiled the nobility

• He abolished the nobility

What event influenced Louis XIV's perception of the nobility as a threat?

• The Fronde

• The Peace of Westphalia

• The Edict of Nantes

• The Congress of Vienna