ABSOLUTISM

Concept Formation As a table come up with 4-5 similarities & differences between the examples In a few minutes, we will decide the CRITICAL attributes for our concept

Check 4 Understanding I will give you all an example. You will take 30 seconds to decide if it applies to our concept. If it IS an example of Absolutism you will give a thumbs up If it IS NOT an example, thumbs down

What is Absolutism? A time period in Europe with incredibly powerful kings and queens who controlled everything. This control extended to: Religion Social life The economy Politics

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

Survey of Absolutism Monarchs With a partner at your table, you will explore the rule of 2 rulers from the Age of Absolutism You may chose from Phillip II, Louis XIV, Catherine II, Peter I, Frederick the Great You will be evaluating if the ruler STRENGTHENED or WEAKENED their country

You may verbally go over the answers to the reading questions, but should have a good understanding of the ruler Then list 5 examples of how they strengthened or weakened their country This will be VERY important in the upcoming weeks…