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17th Century Europe

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    17th Century Europe (Absolute monarchy)
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  • Who was known as the "Sun King" of France?
    Louis XIV!
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  • The theory of "______ origin of power" claimed the king's power came DIRECTLY FROM GOD:
    The theory of divine origin of power!
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  • Absolutism is the belief that the ______ has a divine right to the throne.
    king!
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  • How long did Louis XIV rule France?
    Over 70 years!
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  • True or false: King Louis XIV became king when he was 5 years old.
    False! He was 4!
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  • In an absolute monarchy, if the king died, who would take over as new king?
    His son!
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  • Why did King Louis XIV wear high heels?
    To show off his legs!
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  • Who is John Green?
    An American author!
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  • Which area did Spain cede in the Treaty of the Pyrenees?
    Cataluña!
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  • Who did King Louis XIV marry in the Treaty of the Pyranees?
    The daughter of Felipe IV, Maria Theresa!
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  • After Spain's hegemony ended, which country became a main influence?
    France!
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  • When did the Spanish French war end?
    1659!
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