Absolutism and Divine Right Monarchy Quiz

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What was the political system that James I believed in?

Absolute monarchy (correct)

Democracy

Constitutional monarchy

Parliamentary system

What was the main concern the Puritans had about Charles I?

His marriage to a Catholic princess (correct)

His extravagant spending

His poor military leadership

His desire for absolute power

What was the purpose of the ship money tax introduced by Charles I?

To fund the expansion of the navy (correct)

To finance the royal household

To punish coastal towns

To increase the power of the monarchy

What was the outcome of the war between Charles I and the Parliament?

The Parliament captured and executed Charles I Signup and view all the answers

What was the political system that Oliver Cromwell established after the execution of Charles I?

A military dictatorship Signup and view all the answers

What was the main reason for the tensions between Charles I and the Parliament?

Conflicts over the power of the monarchy Signup and view all the answers

What event effectively ended the French monarchy in August 1792?

The storming of the Tuileries Palace Signup and view all the answers

What was the consequence of the Civil Constitution of the Church for French clergy?

Non-juring priests were forced to flee the country Signup and view all the answers

What was the purpose of the Civil Constitution of the Church passed in 1790?

To reduce the influence of the Catholic Church in France Signup and view all the answers

When was Napoleon Bonaparte born?

1769 Signup and view all the answers

Which event marked the end of the Terror during the French Revolution?

Execution of Robespierre Signup and view all the answers

What was the immediate impact of the execution of King Louis XVI in 1793?

It fueled fears among European monarchies, leading to war Signup and view all the answers

In which years did Napoleon Bonaparte conduct his ambitious Egyptian Campaign?

1798-1801 Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following events is described as a 'dramatic symbol of the revolution's overthrow of the old order'?

The execution of King Louis XVI Signup and view all the answers

What legal system was established for France in 1804 based on Roman law principles?

Napoleonic Code Signup and view all the answers

What was the purpose of the 'Terror' period during the French Revolution?

To respond to revolutionary mistakes and accusations of treason Signup and view all the answers

How did Napoleon Bonaparte rise to fame initially?

With victories in Italy Signup and view all the answers

When did Napoleon declare himself as Emperor, establishing a new hereditary monarchy?

1804 Signup and view all the answers

What was the key outcome of the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805?

It cemented British naval dominance and shattered Napoleon's ambitions to invade Britain. Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary goal of Napoleon's Continental System?

To cripple Britain by banning trade with it throughout Europe. Signup and view all the answers

What was the major turning point in Napoleon's fortunes during the Napoleonic Wars?

Napoleon's disastrous Russian Campaign in 1812. Signup and view all the answers

What was the key outcome of the Sixth Coalition's defeat of Napoleon in 1814?

Napoleon was forced to abdicate and was exiled to the island of Elba. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following was NOT a key idea enshrined in the legal systems influenced by the Napoleonic Code?

Centralization of political power under the French monarchy. Signup and view all the answers

How did Britain respond to Napoleon's Continental System, which aimed to cripple British trade?

Britain found new markets and resorted to smuggling to maintain its trade. Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of Napoleon's final defeat at Waterloo in 1815?

Napoleon was exiled to the remote South Atlantic island of Saint Helena. Signup and view all the answers

What was the impact of the Enclosure movement during the Industrial Revolution in England?

It resulted in a transition from self-sufficiency to wage labor. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following was NOT one of the important technical devices discussed in relation to the Industrial Revolution?

Microwave oven Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following was NOT a defining characteristic of the Industrial Revolution discussed in class?

Increased use of renewable energy sources Signup and view all the answers

How did the chain of events leading to the Industrial Revolution in England begin?

With the Agricultural Revolution and the Enclosure movement Signup and view all the answers