An era of absolutism

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Exploring the Era of Absolutism

Test your knowledge on the fascinating period of absolutism in Europe! This quiz covers essential topics, events, and figures that shaped monarchies and governance during this influential era.

Understand what absolutism truly means.
Learn about the characteristics of absolute monarchies.
Discover the reasons behind the fall of powers such as Spain.

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What is absolutism?

A form of production characterized by the use of hand tools and the division of labor.

A state form of government in which the head of state enjoys unlimited power.

Philosophical and socio-political trend, proclaiming the unshakability of human rights and personal freedoms.

A change, a leap in the development of society, nature or knowledge, associated with an open break with the previous state.

Which characterizes an absolute monarchy?

Independent army

Parliament decides everything for the monarch

Unified state tax system and legislation

A unified economic monarchy of the state

The ruler's control over the life of the Church

Why Spain had lost its influence in Europe?

The Kromwell dictatorship was formed

The reign of the king emptied the treasury and brought misery to the people

Didn't developed the industry

Why did the civil war begin in England?

Charles I became angry with parliament and began to make his own decisions

Ran out money at the state treasury

King emigrated to France

Why Russia had so many enemies?

Peter I accomplished everything with great cruelty and coercion.

Russia had a lot of money in the treasury.

Wanted to deprive the warlord.

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