10 Questions
During which war were the French peasants heavily taxed, leading to unrest?
The Thirty Years' War
Who served as regent for Louis XIV until he was old enough to take the throne?
Anne of Austria
What system did Cardinal Richelieu create to strengthen the French government?
The Intendant System
Who was the advisor to Anne of Austria during Louis XIV's early years?
Cardinal Jules Mazarin
What title is often associated with Louis XIV due to his reign?
The Sun King
What was the impact of The Fronde on a young Louis XIV?
It made him distrustful of the nobles and determined to rule as an absolute monarch.
Why did Louis XIV decide to turn a small hunting lodge west of Paris into the palace of Versailles?
To demonstrate his authority and control over the nobles by virtually imprisoning them there.
How did Louis XIV ensure that nobles became dependent on the king's generosity to survive?
By urging them to develop expensive new habits of dressing, dining, and gambling.
What was the opportunity cost of Louis XIV's decision to spend so much money on building the palace of Versailles?
Lost good will of the people and sowed resentment among the French populace.
How did Jean-Baptiste Colbert contribute to stabilizing the treasury during Louis XIV's reign?
By implementing efficient financial policies that increased the money collected for the King’s finances.
Test your knowledge of the reign of Louis XIV, also known as the Sun King, who led France during a time of great power, prosperity, and glory. Explore the positive and negative impacts of his rule and the strengthening of the French government.
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