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Test 11/11/24

Sosical study 1550 Franch and Spain

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Absolute Monarch A ruler with complete authority over the government and the lives of the people.
Armada Fleet designed to carry a Spanish invasion force to England.
Divine Right Belief that a ruler's authority comes directly from God.
Isabella and Ferdinand Head of the Spanish empire family tree and had six children. Paid for Columbus´ voyages.
Charles V Wanted to prevent the annulment of his aunt and held the Pope hostage.
Louis XIV Also known as the "Sun King".
Cardinal Richelieu Was the Catholic role model to Louis XIV.
Versailles Was the location of the palace of Louis XIII.
Hugenots Was the name of the French Protestants.
Catholic Was the religion of Louis XIV.
Charles V's Difficulty They were located far away from each other and trying to command others from far away took time.
Why is the period from 1550-1650 considered Spain's golden age? The period from 1550-1650 is considered Spain's Golden Age due to its immense cultural, political, and economic influence.
How did Louis XIV change France? Louis XIV changed France by making the king the most powerful person in the country. He took control from the nobles and made sure they depended on him by keeping them at his big palace in Versailles.
Compare and Contrast French and Spanish Absolutism. Give ONE similarity Similarity: Both French and Spanish absolutism had strong monarchs who held most of the power and controlled the government.
Compare and Contrast French and Spanish Absolutism. Give ONE difference. Difference: France, under Louis XIV, focused on centralizing power in one person, while Spain's power was more spread out among the monarchy and church, though still very strong.
What issues did ordinary citizens have with the Palace of Versailles? Ordinary citizens had several issues with the Palace of Versailles. It was extremely expensive to build and maintain, leading to heavy taxes on the people.
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