Physics Jeopardy

Final JeopardyLetat, cest moi is an infamous quote stated by Louis XIV of France. It pretty much sums up his ideas about his role in the French government. What does it mean?Final JeopardyTeams, MAKE YOUR WAGER!!English Absolutism300This legislative body worked together with the King to tax the people and make decisions

English Absolutism500These two groups fought against each other in the English Civil WarFrench Absolutism100Who was Louis XIV?

English Absolutism100The Puritan Revolution a.k.a the English Civil War was led by this military leaderFrench Absolutism200What is the Versailles Palace?Russian Absolutism300In a monumental shake-up, Peter the Great moved the capital of Russia from Moscow to this newly created cityRussian Absolutism400Peter the Great battled with this country in order to gain access to the Baltic SeaRussian Absolutism500Identify three major achievements of Catherine the GreatRussian Absolutism 100Ivan IV, more commonly known as this, earned his nickname by treating humans (and animals) in an appalling way

Russian Absolutism200After visiting Europe, Peter the Great returned to Russia and cut off the beards of Russian officials. The primary goal of his reign was to do thisFrench Absolutism 100This absolute ruler, known as the Sun King, was known for his lavish lifestyle and belief in divine rightFrench Absolutism400Louis XIV discriminated against this Protestant group by revoking the longstanding Edict of Nantes

French Absolutism300Identify one way in which Louis XIV centralized his power

French Absolutism500Prior to Louis XIVs reign, this religious figure ruled France and established the foundation for a strong absolute monarchy

French Absolutism200Created by Louis XIV, this monumental structure put the French in massive trouble

Vocabulary100This doctrine states that a monarch derives his or her power directly from GodVocabulary300This is a form of government where the monarch has the power to rule their land freely, with no laws or legally organized direct opposition in forceVocabulary200Peter the Great. Or Ivan IV. Or Catherine the GreatVocabulary400This book put forth the argument that absolute monarchies are the best form of governmentVocabulary500This refers to the event that signified William and Mary seizing the English crownGrab Bag300A strong believer in divine right, Philip II used this religion to strengthen his powerGrab Bag400The Spanish Empire employed these two policies to strengthen its empire and make more $$$$...Grab Bag500This ruler strengthened his empire by expanding his military, encouraging trade, and promoting religious toleranceGrab Bag 100This ruler controlled an empire that was dominated by the Islamic faithGrab Bag200This ruler inherited the throne from his dad, and his policies led Spain to a Golden AgeEnglish Absolutism300What is Parliament?English Absolutism400What is a limited monarchy?English Absolutism500Who were the Roundheads and the Cavaliers?Grab Bag100Who is Suleiman the Magnificent?Grab Bag200Who is Philip II of Spain?Grab Bag300What is Catholicism?Grab Bag400What is Imperialism and Mercantilism?Grab Bag500Who is Akbar the Great?Vocabulary100What is divine right?Vocabulary200What is a czar?Vocabulary300What is absolutism?Vocabulary400What is The Leviathan?Vocabulary500What is The Glorious Revolution?Final JeopardyWhat is I am the state?null32679.463