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What do the legacies of absolutist rule continue to influence in the 21st century?
What do the legacies of absolutist rule continue to influence in the 21st century?
societal structures, politics, and government systems
What was a significant event that the conflicts in Spain, France, and England were rooted in?
What was a significant event that the conflicts in Spain, France, and England were rooted in?
religion
What does extreme centralization of government become known as?
What does extreme centralization of government become known as?
absolutism
Who was Philip II of Spain?
Who was Philip II of Spain?
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What was the Edict of Nantes?
What was the Edict of Nantes?
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Which event began the Thirty Years War?
Which event began the Thirty Years War?
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The Pope was involved in the Peace of Westphalia.
The Pope was involved in the Peace of Westphalia.
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What major outcome resulted from the Thirty Years War?
What major outcome resulted from the Thirty Years War?
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Match the following historical figures with their roles:
Match the following historical figures with their roles:
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What was the primary purpose of the Spanish Armada?
What was the primary purpose of the Spanish Armada?
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What philosophical concept did Bossuet support regarding kings?
What philosophical concept did Bossuet support regarding kings?
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What limits a king's power according to Bossuet?
What limits a king's power according to Bossuet?
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Study Notes
Spanish Armada
- Spain and England battled for control of trade in the New World in the 1500's.
- Spain wanted dominance of the English Channel.
- King Phillip II of Spain assembled the Spanish Armada to conquer England.
- Spain lost control of the Netherlands, its wealthiest territory, due to a rebellion.
- The English decisively defeated The Spanish Armada, which greatly diminished the dominance of the Spanish Empire.
- England's power increased as a result of this victory.
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Test your knowledge on the historical event of the Spanish Armada. This quiz covers the conflict between Spain and England in the 1500s, the implications of the battle, and its impact on both nations' power dynamics. Explore the reasons behind Spain's attempt to conquer England and the ultimate outcome of the naval showdown.
