ABSOLUTISM – A strengthening or weakening force?

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ABSOLUTISM – A strengthening or weakening force? I can analyze difference examples of Absolutism in Europe, determine which instances of Absolutism strengthened or weakened the empires & support my reasoning with evidence.

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Broader causes of Absolutism 1. Decline of feudalism 2. Rise of cities 3. Growth of national kingdoms 4. Growing middle class -They wanted peace that monarchs could provide 5. Church authority broke down -Because of the Reformation

Immediate causes of Absolutism A. On an immediate level, unrest in Europe led to Absolutism Religious and territorial conflicts in Europe B. Governments built armies and raised taxes as a result Monarchs tried to centralize power to keep control

Absolutism Readings Get together with a partner Choose 2 examples of Absolutism to read about. Answer the questions for each reading in your journal. Determine whether the ruler strengthened or weakened their empire. (5 examples) On the table, record your findings for the final question. Include all 5 examples.