7 Years War and European Society

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What was the main objective of Peter the Great's reforms in Russia?

To open a window to the West and gain access to Europe (correct)

To abolish serfdom in Russia

To reduce the power of the nobility

To increase the power of the Russian Orthodox Church

What was the consequence of the Thirty Years' War on Spain?

It led to a significant increase in Spanish power

It resulted in the loss of the Netherlands (correct)

It brought about a period of economic prosperity

It led to the formation of a strong professional army

What was the impact of the Revocation of the Edict of Nantes on France?

It ended religious toleration in France

It led to increased religious tolerance (correct)

It led to a decline in financial crises

It resulted in the rise of a professional army

Who was instrumental in revamping taxation and luring skilled workers to France?

Jean Baptiste Colbert Signup and view all the answers

What was the result of the Great Northern War?

Russia gained control of Estonia, Livonia, and Karelia Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the creation of St. Petersburg?

It provided Russia with a 'warm water port' and access to Europe Signup and view all the answers

What was a primary concern for enlightened monarchs?

Power and security of their states Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary motivation behind the diplomatic revolution during the Seven Years' War?

Realignment of alliances to balance power and check growth of rival states Signup and view all the answers

What was a characteristic of enlightened absolutism?

Requiring the obedience to and fair enforcement of laws Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following monarchs sought radical changes based on Enlightenment ideas?

Catherine (the Great) of Russia Signup and view all the answers

What was the main goal of European rivalries during this period?

Maintaining a balance of power and preventing any one state from growing too powerful Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the Seven Years' War?

It was the first global war Signup and view all the answers

What was the main reason behind the War of Austrian Succession?

Austria wanted Salisia back from Prussia Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following was a result of the French and Indian War?

Britain gained control of North America east of the Mississippi, India, and Gibraltar Signup and view all the answers

What was the composition of the European armies during the 7 Years War?

Mainly composed of landed aristocrats as high-ranking officers and middle-class filling middle ranks Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary goal of the European powers during the 7 Years War?

To gain control of key territories and resources Signup and view all the answers

What was the main reason behind the slow but steady growth of the European population during the 18th century?

Falling death rate, improvements in diet, and ideal growing conditions Signup and view all the answers

What was the attitude of most Europeans towards children during times of economic crisis?

Children were seen as a burden and a financial liability Signup and view all the answers