Question 1

Compare the rise to power of Brandenburg-Prussia under Frederick William with that of Russia under Peter the Great.What were some similarities and differences in the policies of the two men?

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There is quite a bit of latitude for comparison and contrast here.Military buildup and oppressive treatment of the peasants are just two common factors.The future historical significance of these two states makes it useful for students to focus on them when they first come on the European scene.

Question 2

Discuss the rise of Sweden to dominance in the Baltic area during the seventeenth century.

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A coherent discussion depends on knowledge of the geography involved.Look for references to the several rival states successfully defeated by the Swedes, as well as the elimination of Polish claims to the Swedish throne.

Question 3

Which of the following is not accurate about the second half of the seventeenth century?

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Central European powers, particularly those involved in the Thirty Years' War, saw significant centralization efforts, especially in states like Austria and Prussia. This period marked the beginning of stronger, more centralized states in central Europe, contrary to the assertion that they remained decentralized and weak.

Question 4

How did Mazarin defuse the Fronde?

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Question 5

Survey French and English colonization in the New World.What common themes may be identified? What differences can be detected? What are their long-term implications?

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Question 6

Discuss the consolidation of Habsburg territorial power under Leopold I.What obstacles did he face, and what was the result of his policies?

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Question 7

As a king, Louis XIV was

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E  Louis XIV was known for his diligent and hard-working nature, as he was deeply involved in the administration of his government. He was also determined to sustain an expensive and aggressive foreign policy, as evidenced by his numerous wars and efforts to expand French influence in Europe.

Question 8

How did the continuing struggle between King Charles I of England and Parliament escalate after 1642? What Puritan military leader led the parliamentary army against the king? What was the final outcome for Charles?

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Question 9

Present an overview of Polish history during this period.What main problems did the Polish-Lithuanian state face? What were the results for Poland of "the deluge"?

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Question 10

Describe and explain absolutism under Louis XIV.How absolute was absolutism?

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Question 11

Louis XIV successfully established his absolutism because

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All of these factors contributed to Louis XIV's successful establishment of absolutism. The rival institutions of the Parlement of Paris and the Estates General weakened opposition to royal power, while the king was able to co-opt aristocrats and bureaucrats. The Fronde rebellion brought hardship to the urban population, making them more willing to accept the stability and security of Louis XIV's absolute rule. Additionally, the support of Cardinal Mazarin helped Louis XIV maintain his power during his early years as king.

Question 12

Summarize the Dutch "Golden Age." Why is it so called?

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Question 13

What was the name of the French representative assembly?

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The Estates-General was the name of the French representative assembly, which was composed of representatives from each of the three estates: the clergy, the nobility, and the commoners. The other options are not relevant to France.

Question 14

What was the Fronde?

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The Fronde was a series of uprisings and protests by the noble classes in France against the policies of absolutism pursued by the centralizing monarchs. It lasted from 1648 to 1653 and was marked by a significant lack of unity among the rebels.

Question 15

Summarize the character and political methods of Louis XIV.What specific measures in administrative, economic, and religious policy did he promote? How did he use the court at Versailles as an instrument of royal control?

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Question 16

Louis XIV increased the efficiency of his government by

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Louis XIV increased the efficiency of his government by reducing the size of the High Council, drawing his ministers from the bourgeoisie, not the nobility, using intendants to circumvent tax farmers, and using men according to their expertise and advice they could offer the king. These reforms helped to centralize power in the monarchy and increase the effectiveness of the government.

Question 17

Summarize events leading up to the Glorious Revolution.Include the character and policies of Charles II and the reason why the birth of James III precipitated the takeover of the throne by William of Orange.

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Question 18

Discuss the challenge to royal authority in France as embodied in the Fronde.How did Mazarin cope with it?

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Question 19

All of the following are true of mercantilism except that it

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While mercantilism did have some negative impacts on economies, particularly in terms of limiting competition and promoting protectionism, it did not specifically damage the French economy. In fact, Colbert, who was a prominent proponent of mercantilism, helped to strengthen the French economy during his time as finance minister under Louis XIV.

Question 20

Discuss the political ideas of Oliver Cromwell and how he did or did not put them into practice.What finally caused the fall of the Protectorate?

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Quiz 16: Europe in the Age of Louis Xiv, Ca1640-1715