HIST 102 Study Guide - Quiz Guide: Henry Iii Of England, Charles Ii Of England, Philosophes
14 Oct 2022
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Absolutism began a trend toward strong central government that grew steadily down to the present and continues, in one form or another today. In this lecture and the next several, we will look at a political system called absolutism. Some questions for study: discuss the political systems in europe before the growth of absolutism. Why did it come into existence: describe the religious con ict in france during the mid-1500s. What made religious con ict so chaotic and violent in france: who were the politiques and what policies did they recommend in order to stop the disorder and religious violence in france, discuss henry iv. What did he decide to do as king in order to retard religious con ict: discuss the provisions of the edict of nantes. What was the edict meant to accomplish: cardinal richelieu was a pretty impressive fellow. Describe his goals for france and discuss the means he employed to accomplish them.
