How were most societies ruled during the eighteenth century?
A) by kings with authority purportedly derived from God
B) by constitutional monarchies with authority derived from the people
C) by parliaments in conjunction with kings, with their authority derived from the kings
D) by elected parliaments
E) by the Pope with authority derived from God

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Most societies during the eighteenth century were ruled by kings with authority purportedly derived from God. This system of government is known as an absolute monarchy in which the ruler has supreme authority over the government and the people. Constitutional monarchies where authority is derived from the people were not yet widespread during this time period. Similarly, elected parliaments were not common and the Pope did not hold political authority over most societies.

How Were Most Societies Ruled During the Eighteenth Century