17.2 Rise of Capitalism and Louis XIV QuizOnline version Test your knowledge on the rise of capitalism and the reign of Louis XIV. by Latter UP Tools 1 What was a key factor in the rise of capitalism from the 15th century? a The invention of the steam engine b Investing and trading goods for profit c The fall of the Roman Empire d The decline of European empires 2 What was the purpose of creating joint stock companies in merchant capitalism? a To increase taxation b To secure the required investment c To eliminate competition d To reduce the cost of goods 3 Which company was the most famous joint-stock company chartered in 1602? a The Hudson's Bay Company b The Muscovy Company c The Royal African Company d The Dutch East India Company 4 What was the role of the Heeren XVII in the Dutch East India Company? a They controlled the administration of factories and territories b They were in charge of marketing c They managed the company's finances d They were responsible for shipbuilding 5 What was the famous quote by Louis XIV reflecting his view on monarchy? a Power is everything. b I am the king. c L'Etat, c'est moi. d The state is mine. 6 At what age did Louis XIV become king? a 23 years old b 4 years old c 16 years old d 10 years old 7 Who was the effective ruler of France during Louis XIV's early years? a Cardinal Mazarin b Cardinal Richelieu c Anne of Austria d Jean-Baptiste Colbert 8 What was the main reason for Louis XIV's constant wars during his reign? a To gain land b To spread religion c To expand trade routes d To form alliances 9 What was the primary purpose of the Palace of Versailles under Louis XIV? a A center for scientific research b A military fortress c A religious sanctuary d A monument to French cultural and political prestige 10 What significant event occurred in 1685 during Louis XIV's reign? a The start of the Thirty Years' War b The signing of the Treaty of Westphalia c The revocation of the Edict of Nantes d The birth of Louis XV
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