European History Quiz: Early Modern Period

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What was the main outcome of the Edict of Nantes?

It granted rights to Protestant Huguenots. (correct)

It legalized the sale of religious offices.

It established absolute monarchy in France.

It disbanded the French Parliament.

What style of art rejected the Renaissance ideals of balance and proportion?

Neoclassicism

Rococo

Mannerism (correct)

Baroque

What led to the population decline in Europe during the early modern period?

Increased immigration to Europe.

The spread of urbanization.

Frequent wars and conflicts. (correct)

A rise in birth rates.

What event officially ended the Thirty Years' War?

Treaty of Westphalia Signup and view all the answers

What was a major consequence of King Philip II's reign in Spain?

Support for militant Catholicism. Signup and view all the answers

Which event marked the end of the French Wars of Religion?

Edict of Nantes Signup and view all the answers

Which action did Elizabeth I take regarding her role in the church?

She was named governor of the state and church. Signup and view all the answers

In the English Civil War, who were the supporters of Parliament?

Roundheads Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant result of the Thirty Years' War?

Involvement of all major powers except England. Signup and view all the answers

What belief did James I of England hold regarding the divine right of kings?

Kings received their power from God and were responsible only to God. Signup and view all the answers

Which philosopher argued that people are born with a blank mind?

Galileo Galilei Signup and view all the answers

What style is characterized by its emphasis on grace and charm?

Rococo Signup and view all the answers

Who is identified as the father of modern rationalism?

René Descartes Signup and view all the answers

What document contains the ten amendments that guarantee freedoms in the United States?

Bill of Rights Signup and view all the answers

What economic idea suggests that the state should not interfere with the economy?

Laissez-faire Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of Oliver Cromwell's victory over the king of England's forces?

Execute members of Parliament who disagreed with him. Signup and view all the answers

What event marked the beginning of the foundation for a constitutional monarchy in England?

Glorious Revolution. Signup and view all the answers

During the Thirty Years' War, what motivated France to fight against both the Holy Roman Empire and Spain?

Gain political leadership in Europe. Signup and view all the answers

What did Peter the Great prioritize to elevate Russia's status as a great power?

Using Western technology to modernize the army. Signup and view all the answers

What aspect makes William Shakespeare regarded as a literary genius?

He shows keen insight into human nature. Signup and view all the answers

Why were enslaved Africans needed in the Caribbean islands?

Growing sugarcane was familiar to Africans. Signup and view all the answers

Why could only peninsulares hold important government positions in Latin America?

Peninsulares were born in the parent countries that founded their colonies. Signup and view all the answers

Social class in Latin America in the 1500s was based on

status. Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of Vasco da Gama's discovery of a sea route to India?

Very profitable, since da Gama returned with a valuable cargo of spices. Signup and view all the answers

How did the Portuguese and Spanish make money from their Latin American colonies?

farming and mining Signup and view all the answers

What did the Treaty of Tordesillas establish in 1494?

Established a line between territories controlled by Spain and those controlled by Portugal. Signup and view all the answers

Why did the Catholic Church have so much influence in Latin America?

Spanish and Portuguese rulers wanted Native Americans to become Catholic. Signup and view all the answers

What was the main advantage of the conquistadors over the Aztec and Inca Empires?

Types of weaponry. Signup and view all the answers

According to mercantilists, what was essential for a nation's prosperity?

A large supply of bullion (gold and silver). Signup and view all the answers

Why were the Dutch able to compete effectively for trade in Asia?

Development of a new ship along with the growth of mercantilism in the Dutch Republic. Signup and view all the answers

Which idea of Montesquieu has been incorporated into the U.S. Constitution?

separation of powers Signup and view all the answers

Voltaire championed the religious philosophy of deism, which was based on:

reason and natural law Signup and view all the answers

According to Rousseau's concept of the social contract,

a society agrees to be governed by its general will. Signup and view all the answers

Frederick II of Prussia, Joseph II of Austria, and Catherine II of Russia were enlightened absolutists whose main goal was to:

safeguard the welfare of the state Signup and view all the answers

Which founding document reflects the American colonists' fear of a strong central government?

Articles of Confederation Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant cause of the economic crisis leading to the French Revolution?

Bad harvests and a slowdown in manufacturing. Signup and view all the answers

What action forced Louis XVI to accept the decrees of the National Assembly?

Thousands of armed Parisians descended on the palace. Signup and view all the answers

What additional factor contributed to the rebellions of the French peasants in 1789 besides high bread prices and taxes?

Political inequality. Signup and view all the answers

What was the basis for promotion within Napoleon's new bureaucracy?

Promotion was based on ability rather than rank or birth. Signup and view all the answers

How did the Civil Constitution of the Clergy affect the status of the Catholic Church in France?

The Church was placed under state control. Signup and view all the answers

Which factor significantly contributed to the downfall of Napoleon's Grand Empire?

The drain of Napoleon's many wars. Signup and view all the answers

What option did the Directory rely on for authority after the Reign of Terror?

Military enforcement of its authority. Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary goal of the Congress of Vienna after Napoleon's defeat?

To restore European monarchs to power. Signup and view all the answers

How did Napoleon prioritize promotions in his government positions?

Based on merit and competence. Signup and view all the answers

What was NOT a consequence of the drain of Napoleon's wars?

Strengthening of Napoleon's military. Signup and view all the answers

Why did France, Spain, and the Dutch Republic support the American colonists during their fight for independence?

These nations wanted revenge against the British Empire for earlier defeats. Signup and view all the answers

Which two nations were involved in the struggle for control of Silesia that led to the Seven Years' War?

Austria and Prussia Signup and view all the answers

What was the relationship between the British Empire and its European rivals during the American Revolutionary War?

European rivals sought to weaken British dominance in order to enhance their own power. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following actions demonstrated the involvement of European monarchies in the American Revolutionary War?

Naval support provided by France to disrupt British supply lines. Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant outcome of the French and Indian War that influenced later conflicts in Europe?

It significantly expanded British territorial claims in North America. Signup and view all the answers