Ch.5 european absolutism
Emily Not Craigs
Chapter 12 rise of medieval europe
WHchap21 student
King Louis XIV
Causes of the French Revolution Political Causes.
I. Age of Absolutism A. Absolute Monarchy. 1. Characteristics: a. Monarchs claimed they ruled by “ Divine Right” 1a. Believed they were God's chosen representatives.
France’s Ultimate Monarch KEY IDEA After a century of wars and riots, Louis XIV, the most powerful monarch of his time, ruled France.
Power of the Church, Lay Investiture Conflict and Challenges to Church Authority.
Absolute Monarchies in Europe Absolutism A. leader belief B. divine right C. Power of monarchs grew D. Revolts.
Absolute Monarchy In this unit you will –Compare/contrast 4 forms of government –Analyze the characteristics of an absolute monarch.
-Describe the ways monarchs take power -Explain the concept of divine right -Cite examples of absolute monarchies -Describe constitutional monarchies.
