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Chapter 21-Absolute Monarchs in Europe
Guided Tour
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Which country defeated Philip II’s Spanish Armada in 1588?
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When did American colonists declare their independence from England?
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In his portrait what did Louis XIV use his clothing to demonstrate? What did the gold flower symbolize?
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What three items did Louis XIV use to symbolize the power he wields?
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How many ships and soldiers did Phillip II send into the English Channel in the summer of 1588?
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What members of Philips IV’s family are depicted in Las Meninas?
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What happened to the price of Tulip bulbs when the supply couldn’t meet the demand?
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How did Rembrandt show the individuality of each man in his painting The Night Watch?
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List two causes and effects of absolutism?
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Why did Cardinal Richelieu have himself portrayed standing in his painting?
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How tall was Louis XIV? What did he wear to help him seem taller?
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What did Louis XIV do on his travels that he prevented others from doing?
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What do Saint Simon’s memoirs provide insight into?
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How much did the Palace at Versailles cost in 2003 dollars?
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How many workers and horses were used during the Palace of Versailles construction?
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What happened to the fountains as the king walked towards or away from them?
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What battle is being depicted in this painting?
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Approximately how many U.S. dollars was a livre equal to in 1992?
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What creature is depicted on the imperial crest of the Hapsburgs?
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What changes did Maria Theresa make while serving as the Austrian empress?
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How did Frederick receive his nickname “The Great”?
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What was Peter “The Great” known to do to silver plates in order to demonstrate his strength?
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What were samovars used for brewing during the mid-18th century?
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How many horses were used to pull troikas?
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What did Russians use to insulate their homes from the wind during Peter “The Greats” reign?
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What is happening to Charles I in this engraving?
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According to the maps depicting the events of the English Civil War (1642-1645) as time went on who gained more territory the Puritans or the Royalists?