Question 1

Define the following terms: New England

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New England is a region located in the northeastern corner of the United States consisting of six states: Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Vermont. It is one of the oldest settled parts of the US, with European colonists, primarily from England, beginning to settle there in the early 17th century. The term "New England" was first coined by Captain John Smith, an English explorer, in his 1616 work "A Description of New England."

The region is known for its distinct seasons, with cold winters, mild springs, warm summers, and colorful autumns. New England played a significant role in American history, particularly during the American Revolution, where it was the site of the early battles such as those at Lexington and Concord, and Bunker Hill.

Culturally, New England has a strong maritime tradition due to its extensive coastline and history of shipbuilding and seafaring. The region is also known for its educational institutions, with some of the most prestigious universities in the United States, including Harvard University and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), located there.

Economically, New England transitioned from a manufacturing-based economy to a service-based economy throughout the 20th century. Today, it is a center for education, healthcare, high technology, and finance, with a growing tourism industry thanks to its rich history and natural beauty.

New England also has a unique culinary tradition, with seafood such as lobster, clams, and cod playing a significant role, as well as dairy and maple syrup production in states like Vermont. The region's sports teams, like the New England Patriots (NFL) and the Boston Red Sox (MLB), have passionate followings.

Overall, New England is a region with a distinct identity, shaped by its history, culture, economy, and natural landscape.

Question 2

Define the following terms: Molière

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Molière is the pen name of Jean-Baptiste Poquelin, a renowned French playwright, actor, and poet, widely regarded as one of the greatest writers in the French language and world literature. Born on January 15, 1622, in Paris, France, Molière became famous for his comedies, which satirized the social and political issues of his time.

Molière's work is characterized by its sharp wit, clever dialogue, and insightful commentary on human nature and society. He tackled themes such as hypocrisy, especially religious hypocrisy, the pretentiousness of the upper classes, and the folly of human behavior. His plays often featured characters who were flawed yet relatable, and he used humor to both entertain and provoke thought among his audiences.

Some of Molière's most famous plays include:

1. "Tartuffe" (also known as "The Hypocrite") – A satire on religious hypocrisy, where the central character, Tartuffe, pretends to be pious to gain favor and manipulate a wealthy family.
2. "The Misanthrope" – A critique of the superficiality and deceitfulness of social manners and the aristocracy.
3. "The School for Wives" – A comedy that explores themes of education, love, and the relationship between the sexes.
4. "The Imaginary Invalid" (also known as "Le Malade Imaginaire") – A play that mocks the medical profession and the quackery that was prevalent at the time.

Molière's influence on French theater is profound, and his plays are still widely performed today. He is often compared to Shakespeare in the English-speaking world for his mastery of language and the enduring popularity of his works. Molière died on February 17, 1673, shortly after collapsing on stage during a performance of "The Imaginary Invalid." Despite the controversy that some of his plays generated during his lifetime, his legacy as a key figure in Western literature remains undisputed.

Question 3

Use the map (or maps) referenced in each question for your answer. What country had the largest American territorial claims, as shown on Map 16.4? Did the amount of land claimed correspond to actual settlement and control by the various countries?

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As an AI, I'm unable to physically view or reference maps. Please provide the necessary information about Map 16.4 so I can give a more accurate answer.

Question 4

Discuss the wars of Louis XIV. What were his goals, and what did he gain in each of his early wars? When and why did his early successes begin to give way to defeat, and what was the result of his last war?

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Essays should begin by stating the polit

Question 5

Define the following terms: Bishop Jacques Bossuet

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Bishop Jacques Bossuet (1627–1704) was a

Question 6

In the seventeenth century, England experienced

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A)  townspeople and gentry taking opposite stands on the English political system. 
B)  peace and prosperity indicative of a superior culture and institutions. 
C)  foreign invasions, unprecedented in its history. 
D)  peace and prosperity largely due to chance. 
E)  a series of cataclysmic political events. 
A)  townspeople and gentry taking opposite stands on the English political system. 
B)  peace and prosperity indicative of a superior culture and institutions. 
C)  foreign invasions, unprecedented in its history. 
D)  peace and prosperity largely due to chance. 
E)  a series of cataclysmic political events.

Question 7

All of the following were true of the Netherlands during the period between ca. 1640 and 1715 except it had

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A)  a healthy merchant oligarchy and prosperous artisan sector. 
B)  a very high standard of living and the lowest disparity of wealth in Europe. 
C)  an almost exclusively Calvinist (Reformed) population. 
D)  persistent political decentralization. 
E)  a smaller disparity of wealth compared to the rest of Europe. 
A)  a healthy merchant oligarchy and prosperous artisan sector. 
B)  a very high standard of living and the lowest disparity of wealth in Europe. 
C)  an almost exclusively Calvinist (Reformed) population. 
D)  persistent political decentralization. 
E)  a smaller disparity of wealth compared to the rest of Europe.

Question 8

Define the following terms: Levellers

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The Levellers were a political movement

Question 9

Survey French and English colonization in the New World. What common themes may be identified? What differences can be detected? What are their long-term implications?

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Students may tend to

Question 10

Define the following terms: Versailles

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Versailles is a term that can refer to s

Question 11

Which of the following statements, related to civility in the seventeenth century is not correct?

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A)  Dining utensils had been introduced into eating. 
B)  It opened up a gulf between the classes. 
C)  Violence did not decrease, although social manners did. 
D)  A napkin replaced the use of the sleeve and fingers. 
E)  To show class, nobles traveled by coach instead on horseback. 
A)  Dining utensils had been introduced into eating. 
B)  It opened up a gulf between the classes. 
C)  Violence did not decrease, although social manners did. 
D)  A napkin replaced the use of the sleeve and fingers. 
E)  To show class, nobles traveled by coach instead on horseback.

Question 12

The consolidation and coherence of Austria was accomplished by all of the following except

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A)  the Thirty Years' War had strengthened the Habsburgs in their own land. 
B)  political and institutional changes had been made to accommodate the diverse cultures inside the empire. 
C)  Bohemian lands achieved during the Thirty Years' War were distributed among loyal Austrian families. 
D)  a strong political, military, and economic system still thrived in Vienna. 
E)  support from the papacy. 
A)  the Thirty Years' War had strengthened the Habsburgs in their own land. 
B)  political and institutional changes had been made to accommodate the diverse cultures inside the empire. 
C)  Bohemian lands achieved during the Thirty Years' War were distributed among loyal Austrian families. 
D)  a strong political, military, and economic system still thrived in Vienna. 
E)  support from the papacy.

Question 13

Describe and explain absolutism under Louis XIV. How absolute was absolutism?

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Students should be able to pre

Question 14

Discuss the rise of Sweden to dominance in the Baltic area during the seventeenth century.

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A coherent discussion depends on knowled

Question 15

All of the following apply to the "Glorious Revolution" except that it

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A)  occurred in 1688. 
B)  brought William and Mary to the English throne. 
C)  was a triumph for the monarchy. 
D)  established that future monarchs had to be Protestants. 
E)  ended James' attempt to retake the throne, when he was defeated in the Battle of Boyne. 
A)  occurred in 1688. 
B)  brought William and Mary to the English throne. 
C)  was a triumph for the monarchy. 
D)  established that future monarchs had to be Protestants. 
E)  ended James' attempt to retake the throne, when he was defeated in the Battle of Boyne.

Question 16

Two years after Cromwell's death, a newly elected Parliament

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A)  engineered the Glorious Revolution. 
B)  proclaimed a new republic. 
C)  restored the monarchy under Charles II. 
D)  declared Cromwell's son king. 
E)  outlawed a constitutional monarchy for England. 
A)  engineered the Glorious Revolution. 
B)  proclaimed a new republic. 
C)  restored the monarchy under Charles II. 
D)  declared Cromwell's son king. 
E)  outlawed a constitutional monarchy for England.

Question 17

Define the following terms: Spanish Netherlands

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The term "Spanish Netherlands" refers to

Question 18

Define the following terms: Louis XIV

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Louis XIV, also known as Louis the Great

Question 19

Define the following terms: Treaty of Carlowitz

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The Treaty of Carlowitz, also known as t

Question 20

Define the following terms: Parliament

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Parliament is a term used to describe a

Exam 16: Europe in the Age of Louis Xiv, CA 1640-1715

Define the following terms: New England

Define the following terms: Molière

Use the map (or maps) referenced in each question for your answer. What country had the largest American territorial claims, as shown on Map 16.4? Did the amount of land claimed correspond to actual settlement and control by the various countries?

Discuss the wars of Louis XIV. What were his goals, and what did he gain in each of his early wars? When and why did his early successes begin to give way to defeat, and what was the result of his last war?

Define the following terms: Bishop Jacques Bossuet

In the seventeenth century, England experienced

All of the following were true of the Netherlands during the period between ca. 1640 and 1715 except it had

Define the following terms: Levellers

Survey French and English colonization in the New World. What common themes may be identified? What differences can be detected? What are their long-term implications?

Define the following terms: Versailles

Which of the following statements, related to civility in the seventeenth century is not correct?

The consolidation and coherence of Austria was accomplished by all of the following except

Describe and explain absolutism under Louis XIV. How absolute was absolutism?

Discuss the rise of Sweden to dominance in the Baltic area during the seventeenth century.

All of the following apply to the "Glorious Revolution" except that it

Two years after Cromwell's death, a newly elected Parliament

Define the following terms: Spanish Netherlands

Define the following terms: Louis XIV

Define the following terms: Treaty of Carlowitz

Define the following terms: Parliament

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Early Medieval Civilizations, 600-900

The Expansion of Europe in the High Middle Ages, 900-1300

Medieval Civilization at Its Height, 900-1300

Crisis and Recovery in Late Medieval Europe, 1300-1500

The Renaissance

European Overseas Expansion to 1600

The Age of the Reformation

Europe in the Age of Religious Wars, 1560-1648

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Europe on the Threshold of Modernity, CA 1715-1789

An Age of Revolution, 1789-1815

The Industrial Transformation of Europe, 1750-1850

Restoration, Reform, and Revolution, 1814-1848

Nationalism and Political Reform, 1850-1880

The Age of Optimism, 1850-1880

Imperialism and Escalating Tensions, 1880-1914

War and Revolution, 1914-1919

The Illusion of Stability, 1919-1930

The Tortured Decade, 1930-1939

The ERA of the Second World War, 1939-1949

An Anxious Stability: The Age of the Cold War, 1949-1989

A Continuing Experiment: The West and the World Since 1989

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