Question 1

Which of the following helped usher in the modern world, according to the text?

Accepted Answer

All of the options listed played significant roles in ushering in the modern world. Early modern monarchs and the states they created laid the foundation for modern nation-states and centralized power. Capitalism facilitated economic growth and innovation, leading to modern consumer culture. Science led to major advancements in fields such as medicine, technology, and communication. Commercial expansion resulted in increased global interconnectedness and the rise of colonial powers.

Question 2

In the Middle Ages, the power of the king was restricted by all the following EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

The peasantry did not have much political power or influence in the Middle Ages, and thus could not restrict the power of the king. The other options - nobility, townspeople, church, and representative institutions - all had varying degrees of power and influence over the monarch.

Question 3

The usual founder of a ruling dynasty was

Accepted Answer

Ruling dynasties typically began with a powerful noble who was able to establish and maintain their claim to kingship through military and political means. This was often achieved through conquest, marriage alliances, or the support of other powerful nobles. The other options listed were less common ways for founders of ruling dynasties to come to power.

Question 4

How did most monarchies use religion to strengthen their state?

Accepted Answer

Most monarchies attempted to make religion one of the forces uniting their subjects into a nation. This was done by promoting a particular religion and using it to create a sense of national identity among the people. For example, in England, the Anglican Church was established as the official church of the country, and the king was its head. This helped to create a sense of English identity and patriotism among the people, as well as maintaining the stability of the monarchy.

Question 5

The Reformation had a major political impact on the Holy Roman Empire, among other reasons, because

Accepted Answer

The Reformation led to the formation of an alliance between the princes of the Holy Roman Empire and Protestant communities. These groups joined forces to resist the Emperor's attempts to centralize power and uphold Catholicism, ultimately weakening the unity of the Empire. This shift in power away from the Emperor and towards the local rulers and their allies was a significant political impact of the Reformation in the Holy Roman Empire.

Question 6

Which of the following are features of the national state that developed in the West from the thirteenth to the seventeenth century?

Accepted Answer

All the options listed are features of the national state that developed in the West from the thirteenth to the seventeenth century. A) The concept of a national identity began to form, allowing people to imagine themselves as part of a larger community. B) The state played a role in encouraging commerce and industry as part of the economic development. C) The power of the nobility was harnessed and often integrated into the state's structure, providing a form of governance and control. D) The state evolved into an entity that could be passed down from one generation to the next, solidifying the concept of a lasting institution.

Question 7

As Spain declined in the seventeenth century

Accepted Answer

Although Spain declined in the seventeenth century, there was no social revolution and it was not able to retain control over Portugal and Brazil. Instead, the traditional aristocracy and the church retained power and perpetuated authoritarianism in Spain. Spain did not form closer ties with the Austrian Hapsburgs, as they were actually rivals at the time.

Question 8

The development of Spain included all the following EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

While the Catholic Church was certainly a major player in Spanish politics and society throughout its history, it did not entirely dominate the state. Instead, there was a delicate balance of power between the monarchy, the church, and other influential groups.

Question 9

The crucial difference between a parliament and an estates general was

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Question 10

Which of the following weakened the powerful monarchy of Charles V?

Accepted Answer

All of the choices weakened the powerful monarchy of Charles V. The conflict with Protestants challenged his authority and undermined his ability to maintain religious unity within his empire. The complexity of administering such a large empire made it difficult to control all the territories effectively. Constant warfare on the continent and in the Mediterranean drained the empire's resources and depleted its manpower. The lack of domestic industry, entrepreneurship, and a weak commercial class hindered economic development and growth.

Question 11

The only state that broke with the pattern of king-army-taxes as the key to the creation of a centralized state was

Accepted Answer

The Dutch Republic broke with the pattern of king-army-taxes as the key to the creation of a centralized state. Instead, it relied on a decentralized system of government with power in the hands of local authorities and representatives from each province. This system allowed for a strong commercial and financial sector to develop, leading to the rise of Dutch economic and political power in the 17th century.

Question 12

With the Treaty of Westphalia, Spain officially recognized the independence of

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Question 13

The two most common forms of government in early modern Europe were

Accepted Answer

Absolute monarchy and republican states were the two most prevalent forms of government in early modern Europe, reflecting the spectrum from centralized power in the hands of a monarch to systems where power was held by elected representatives or a broader citizenry.

Question 14

The Spanish empire in the sixteenth century was funded largely by

Accepted Answer

The Spanish empire in the sixteenth century was largely funded by the gold and silver obtained from the New World colonies, particularly in Mexico and Peru. This influx of wealth allowed Spain to finance its military campaigns, build grand architecture and infrastructure, and fund the arts.

Question 15

The formative group or force in most early modern European states was/were the

Accepted Answer

The dynastic king and his court played a central role in early modern European states by establishing and maintaining political and social order, as well as creating laws and policies. They controlled much of the power and resources of the state, and their actions often shaped the development of the state and society as a whole. While other groups, such as the church and rising class of lawyers, also exerted influence, they were often in competition or collaboration with the royal court. However, it is important to note that the people also played a significant role in shaping early modern European states, often through popular uprisings and movements for political and social change.

Question 16

Medieval French kings did all of the following EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

Medieval French kings did not exercise absolute power. The concept of absolute monarchy, where the king has complete control over the government and its policies, became more prominent in France during the 17th century under Louis XIV. In the medieval period, French kings had to contend with the power of the nobility, the church, and other institutions, limiting their ability to rule absolutely.

Question 17

Which of the following statements concerning the reign of Philip II is NOT accurate?

Accepted Answer

Philip II did send the Spanish Armada against England, but it was not successful in defeating Protestant England. The Armada was defeated by a combination of English military prowess and unfavorable weather conditions.

Question 18

The first intercontinental empire in the West since Roman times was

Accepted Answer

The first intercontinental empire in the West since Roman times was Spain, as a result of its conquest and colonization of much of the Americas in the 16th and 17th centuries.

Question 19

The descendents of Ferdinand and Isabella married into which non-Spanish family to create an empire extending from Austria to the Pacific?

Accepted Answer

Ferdinand and Isabella's descendants married into the powerful Hapsburg family, which controlled territories in Austria, Germany, the Low Countries, and parts of Italy. This led to the creation of the Hapsburg Empire, which extended from central Europe to the Pacific Ocean.

Question 20

Which city replaced Antwerp as northern Europe's leasing commercial and banking city?

Accepted Answer

Amsterdam became northern Europe's leading commercial and banking city in the 17th century, replacing Antwerp as its economic center.

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