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What is absolute rule?
Complete control over people and government.
What is the first characteristic of absolute monarchy?
One person rules
What is the second characteristic of absolute monarchy?
The ruler continues ruling until death
What is the third characteristic of absolute monarchy?
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What is the fourth characteristic of absolute monarchy?
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Study Notes
Characteristics of Absolute Monarchy
- Absolute Rule: Defined as total control over the populace and government functions.
- Single Ruler: Governed by one individual who holds ultimate authority.
- Lifelong Leadership: The monarch remains in power until their death, ensuring long-term stability or potential tyranny.
- Hereditary Succession: Leadership is typically inherited, passing from one generation to the next within a specific lineage.
- Total Authority: The ruler possesses complete power over all citizens, including their rights and freedoms.
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Test your knowledge of absolute monarchy with these flashcards that cover its key characteristics and implications. This quiz delves into the basic definitions and features that define an absolute ruler's control over a state.
