Louis XIV: The Sun King
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What nickname did Louis XIV give himself, and why?

  • The Moon King, as a symbol of wisdom and mystery
  • The Star King, as a symbol of his divine connection
  • The Sun King, as he believed he was like the sun to France (correct)
  • The Sky King, as he believed he was above all others
  • Why did Louis XIV believe he was chosen by God to rule?

  • Because his ancestors were all rulers
  • Because he was the oldest monarch in Europe at the time
  • Because he claimed to receive a divine revelation (correct)
  • Because he had the strongest military in Europe
  • How did Louis XIV symbolize his belief that everything revolved around him?

  • By making the stars his royal symbol
  • By making the moon his royal symbol
  • By making the sun his royal symbol (correct)
  • By making the sky his royal symbol
  • During his reign, which countries did Louis XIV go to war with?

    <p>The Netherlands, England, and Spain</p> Signup and view all the answers

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