Absolutism In Europe - Walker World History
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Chapter 16
Key Terms
Absolute Monarchy
Unlimited power in the hands of the King and his advisors. The
ruler’s power was not limited by having to consult with nobles,
common people, or their representatives
Divine Right
The political idea that monarchs receive their power directly from
God and are responsible only to God for their actions. This allowed
monarchs to go unchallenged by their subjects
Balance of Power
Each nation helps to keep peace and order by maintaining power
that is equal to rival nations
Dynasty
A family that governs a country based on the idea of divine right
passed down from one generation to the next
Age of Absolutism
The term absolutism represents the way monarchs
changed their central governments to increase their
power
Who’s involved?
Spain
France
Austria
Prussia
Russia
Why did absolutism occur?
This period occurs after the age of exploration (1500-
1700’s)
Kingdoms have increased trade and wealth
King profits from new trading companies
Reformation had weakened the church, allowing kings
to gain more power
One stable ruler
Lead to stable economy
Assignment
History is a tangled web of cause and effect. Use your
prior knowledge to analyze how these events in Europe
are connected.
How did ideas during the Renaissance and
Reformation lead to the development of Absolutism in
Europe?
Look back through your notes at the reasons why
Absolutism occurred as well as the key terms to help
you answer this question. Your answer should be a 1
page essay.