The Age of Absolutism in Europe

The video discusses the age of absolutism, focusing on Spain's rise and fall. It begins with the exploration era, highlighting Spain's wealth from the New World under Ferdinand and Isabella. Philip II's reign is examined, emphasizing his absolute rule and divine right. His achievements in governance, religion, and the arts are noted, along with the Spanish Navy's temporary dominance. The decline of Spanish power is attributed to deficit spending and neglect of domestic issues, leading to loss of support.

What was a key characteristic of the Age of Absolutism in Europe?

• Power shared equally between monarchs and the church

• Democratic governance

• Absolute power held by monarchs

• Decentralized power among city-states

Which event significantly contributed to Spain's rise in wealth and power in the 1500s?

• The Industrial Revolution

• The voyages of Christopher Columbus

• The French Revolution

• The signing of the Magna Carta

Who were the monarchs that funded Columbus's voyage to the New World?

• King Louis XIV and Queen Marie Antoinette

• King Charles I and Queen Victoria

• King Ferdinand and Queen Isabella

• King Henry VIII and Queen Elizabeth I

What was Philip II's claim to his absolute rule?

• He conquered neighboring countries

• He believed in divine right

• He inherited it from his father

• He was elected by the people

What does the concept of 'divine right' imply?

• Monarchs derive their authority from God

• Monarchs share power with the parliament

• Monarchs are appointed by the church

• Monarchs are chosen by the people

How did Philip II support the Catholic Reformation?

• By converting to Protestantism

• By persecuting Protestants

• By allying with Protestant nations

• By ignoring religious matters

Which area did Philip II notably support during his reign?

• The arts and commerce

• Military expansion only

• Agricultural development

• Industrialization

What was a significant achievement of the Spanish Navy under Philip II?

• Establishing trade routes to Asia

• Conquering the Americas

• Defeating the Ottoman Empire in 1571

• Defeating the English Navy in 1588

What financial issue contributed to the decline of the Spanish Empire?

• Excessive taxation of the nobility

• Deficit spending

• Lack of trade with other nations

• Over-reliance on agriculture

What domestic issue did Philip II neglect, leading to a loss of support?

• The construction of new cities

• The expansion of the military

• The welfare of the middle class

• The development of new technologies