Final Exam Review Part 2 Flashcards
Why did witch hunters target women?
Women were responsible for original sin and were less able to resist temptation. Too smart.
Why did James VI of Scotland become James I of England.
He succeeded Elizabeth 1 when she died in 1603. She had no heir (kids).
Why was James I an unpopular king?
Tried to introduce DRK. Selected incompetent advisors and gave them titles - insulted other nobles of the land. Always short on money.
What did Charles I use to keep England under his control?
The DRK- ship money, tunnage and poundage, used the Court of Star Chamber. Refused to work w parliament.
Why did parliament find it hard to keep Charles I under control and limit his power?
Usually refused to accept parliaments conditions- found a way to rule with parliament. Sold noble titles to those who supported him. Relied on the Magna Carta (kings prerogative).
Causes of the English Civil War?
Tried to limit kings powers. Charles invaded the House of Commons. Parliament called for an army leading to open rebellion.
King preparing for war against parliament.
Why did Parliament vote to restore Charles II and the monarchy in 1660?
He agreed to rule as a constitutional monarch.
What was the result of England’s Glorious Rev?
The monarch ruled in the name of Parliament and the people.
Who (what groups) paid taxes in France under the Old Regime?
Third Estate.
What was the peaceful first step in the French Revolution?
The Tennis Court Oath.
During the Reign of Terror, what was the purpose of the Law of Suspects?
Provide arrest of anyone of noble family or who had held office before the reduction. Destroy any anti-rev activity.
What were the economic problems facing the French governing in the 1700s?
King excessive spending. Money came from items he stole. France had very little industry. High food prices. Poor tax collecting.
Why was the Napoleonic Code important?
It gave France one unified code of law.
Why did Napoleons influence over Europe last even after he had been defeated?
His soldiers spread ideas of the revolution throughout France.
What nations formed an alliance after 1815 to keep Europe at peace?
Britain, Austria, Prussia, and Russia.
What did the leaders of the Congress of Vienna want to do? What was their goal?
Wanted to prove for a long term pace plan for Europe. Goal = resize main powers = balance of power in Europe - prevent war.
Why did cities grow during the Industrial Rev?
Saw the birth of factories. Factories made items cheaper and offered many jobs - many people moved into the cities for work.
What were long term effects of the Industrial Rev?
More jobs = more people Rise in productivity Health problems Modernizing Working conditions worsened Pollution Environmental damage
What enabled GB to have an Industrial Rev?
Access to a number of natural resources; iron and coal. Agriculture had been growing in GB- allowed population to rise.
The Test Act
What product/commodity did GB have a lot of which helped industry?
Iron and Coal.
What did the Upper and Middle Classes think of the working class?
They were lazy. Always drinking and Gambling.
What were the results of the Industrial Rev?
People moved from farms to cities.
How did the Agricultural Revolution lead to the Industrial Revolution?
Farmers forced off land due to mechanization.
What was the purpose of early European exploration of North America?
A continuing effort to map and explore the Northwest Passage to Asia.
